ACHE Fellows must recertify their FACHE certification every three years. The recertification application with payment is due between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31 of the year in which certification expires. All requirements must be complete when the application is submitted.
Maintain/Recertify My FACHE
click hereRecertification Requirements
- Continuing Education
Earn a minimum of 36 continuing education credits related to healthcare management and administration since your last recertification or initial advancement, including:
- A minimum of 12 ACHE In-Person Education credits.
- 12 ACHE Virtual Interactive Education credits.
- Up to 12 may be Qualifying Education credits.
Learn more about the requirements →
Read FAQs on the 2024 requirements →
OR Retake/Pass Board of Governors Examination in Healthcare Management:
Re-take and pass the Exam ($350 fee for each attempt). If you wish to recertify by Exam, please contact the Customer Service Center at (312) 424-9400 or contact@ache.org.
Learn more about the BOG Exam→ - Volunteer Activity: Complete four volunteer activities including two community/civic volunteer activities AND two healthcare-related volunteer activities since your last recertification or initial advancement.
Learn more about the volunteer activities requirement→ - Congratulations! You are eligible to submit your recertification application and a $200 recertification fee (nonrefundable). The fee must be paid when the recertification application is submitted.
Reactivation
The FACHE certification may be reactivated at any time during an inactive period after the recertification requirements are met.
Life Status and Retired Status
Current Fellows in good standing who are retired from healthcare management may transfer to Life Status or Retired Status. Learn more about LFACHE and FACHE(R) designations→