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MCHP® Credential Steps
MCHP Associates must meet the following requirements to be certified to Basic Graduate status:
- An associates degree OR bachelor's degree and two years' healthcare experience.
- 33 hours of MPI Basic Course credit.
- Successful completion of certification exam.
Upon successful completion of the requirements listed above, you will have earned the right to be called board certified in long term healthcare management. You can then notify your colleagues and friends about your accomplishment and begin using "MCHP" following your name on professional correspondence immediately.
MCHP® Fellow: The Pinnacle of Achievement
An elite group of dedicated leaders are Fellows. As an MCHP Fellow—and as an leader who is board certified in long term healthcare management—you will position yourself for new professional opportunities through access to exclusive Fellows-only benefits and networking events. You will build relationships with many of the top long term healthcare leaders in the field.
To advance to Fellow status:
Please note the following requirements to be authorized to advance:
- Two years' tenure as a MCHP in good standing
- A healthcare management position or a healthcare management-related position of sufficient duties and responsibilities
- Evidence of participation and leadership in healthcare and community/civic affairs
- Successful completion of the 33 hour Basic Course to include exam
- Successful completion of the 30 hour Executive’s Course to include exam
When you attain the Fellow certification, you experience the continuing recognition of and gain respect from your colleagues and position yourself for new professional opportunities. And most importantly, you accomplish a goal that is important to you, your organization, and the field. Build your career legacy and commit to achieving Fellow status today.
The pinnacle is within your reach. Grasp it!
“The MCHPF certification is a result of your dedication to the highest standards of professional and educational development. It demonstrates your commitment to your career, your organization and to the residents and families that you are privileged to serve. Earn your MCHPF credential as soon as possible...it will open up the door to an expanded network of opportunities and professional friendships.”
Rosemarie Beck, RN
CEO, Merit Performance Institute
President, Merit Performance Systems
As you work to attain Fellow status, your efforts will make a difference to the field of healthcare management. By sharing your knowledge and experiences with colleagues, students, consultants, trustees, university program faculty, and others, you demonstrate your commitment to the healthcare field.
By acquiring the MCHPF credential, you:
- Demonstrate your professional accomplishments and commitment to leadership excellence.
- Contribute to the general body of knowledge by studying and writing about broad issues in the field of healthcare management.
- Experience the continuing recognition from and respect of your colleagues.
- Position yourself for new professional opportunities and relationships
