American College of Healthcare Executives
The American College of Healthcare Executives is a professional society for healthcare executives and hospital directors in the United States which was established in 1933.
History
ACHE was founded in 1933 as the American College of Hospital Administrators by a group of hospital administrators seeking to promote professionalism and advance the field of hospital management. The organization rebranded to its current name, the American College of Healthcare Executives, in the mid-1980s. ACHE is a 501(c)(6) organization.Today, ACHE is focused on "advancing integrity, lifelong learning, leadership skills and diversity and inclusion" and offering certifications for experience healthcare administrators. In 2022, ACHE had $12 million in revenue, and its Foundation arm had $14 million in revenue.
Mission
The primary mission of ACHE is to advance the practice of healthcare management by developing and supporting leaders in the field, and offer support to its local chapters.ACHE works to influence healthcare policy, promote leadership development, and provide financial support to aspiring healthcare management college students. ACHE offers educational and professional development programs to its members, including an annual conference featuring keynote speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities. The origination also conducts industry surveys of healthcare executives to examine current trends and challenges.
ACHE provides a "Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives" certification for qualified professionals whose experience exemplifies "a mastery of healthcare management" through a written exam and continuing education.