Achieve Board Certification in Healthcare Management.
Become a recognized leader among executives in healthcare management by becoming a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives®.
Demonstrate your expertise in the industry by setting yourself apart! The FACHE credential brings continuous value to you as a healthcare leader, to your organization and to your community.
Fellow candidates must meet ALL of the following requirements prior to applying and sitting for the Board of Governors Exam in Healthcare Management:
The final step to becoming a FACHE involves passing the Board of Governors Exam, which consists of 200 questions from the following 10 knowledge areas;
“Great leaders possess rare and invaluable qualities such as integrity, courage, empathy, compassion and an innate desire to do far more for the greater good than for self. They are visionaries who inspire and empower and are inclusive and collaborative in all things.”
“ACHE has been more than a benefit to my career, it has been the leading driver and foundation to my career and network.”
“The Fellowship (FACHE) designation is important because it adds a level of credibility to your resume. When interviewing for this position, it was a very important credential for the Memorial Healthcare System—it is considered the gold standard for leaders.”
“I became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) in 2015, because as I continued to take on more leadership roles, I wanted more professional growth and development opportunities. ACHE was a very well-respected organization, and several mentors of mine were Fellows, so it was something to which I aspired.”
“ACHE of South Florida has felt like family to me since I joined several years ago. It’s a privilege to be part of an organization of like-minded leaders who truly care about serving our community and making a positive impact on our healthcare delivery. ACHE has provided me with a diverse network full of knowledge and resources to maximize my skill set and contributions throughout my career.”
“ACHE of South Florida has helped me advance in my professional journey by providing the opportunity to learn alongside my colleagues in the healthcare industry, as well as expand my professional network. Lifelong learning is an essential element of continued development and advancement in this industry, and ACHE of South Florida’s educational programs have truly supported my growth in that regard.”
“ACHE has been a great partner throughout my professional journey. Early in my career, I sought the FACHE credential as a way to enhance my knowledge of healthcare management. I maintain my designation in order to stay current with all the new developments in our industry. Being part of the ACHE family is very rewarding as we nurture long lasting relationships. I usually call other fellows for advice while pursuing new endeavors, and I love connecting members with similar goals. As leaders, we should always mentor colleagues as well as young professionals and ACHE is the perfect platform to do that. If you are passionate about healthcare and want to make an impact in your communities, the FACHE credential is a must have, it will give you the skills and network to help you succeed.”