Career Accelerator Program

ACHE is committed to preparing the most highly qualified healthcare leaders—and we’re meeting that goal with a personalized career development program for mid-career healthcare executives.

The scholarships provided to this program are made possible through the generous support of donor contributions to ACHE’s Fund for Healthcare Leadership.

 

About the Career Accelerator Program

ACHE’s Career Accelerator Program offers specialized leadership development for leaders in manager or director-level positions to support their career advancement. The program provides education and networking through a virtual environment to help prepare leaders for higher-level positions in hospitals, health systems or other healthcare organizations.

Innovative Curriculum & Format

The Career Accelerator Program is offered exclusively in a virtual environment through interactive live webinars, self-study materials and networking sessions with peers. Program participants are empowered through a structured curriculum that:

  • Cultivates a strong leadership presence
  • Assists leaders in determining their career pathways
  • Expands capacity to navigate career opportunities and challenges

Hear From Previous Participants

Don’t just take our word for it—take a minute to review a few testimonials from previous participants of this prestigious program.

“ACHE’s unwavering commitment to preparing the most highly qualified healthcare leaders is truly inspiring, and I am thrilled to have been a part of this career development program designed for mid-career healthcare executives. The Career Accelerator Program enhanced my leadership skills, expanded my professional network, and charted a clear path for my career advancement.”

Kionna Myles, DHA, FACHE, Director of Mission Support, Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command Detachment Fort Detrick

“Since completing the Career Accelerator Program, I’ve seen tangible improvements in my confidence, decision-making, and ability to communicate my ideas effectively. More than that, I feel a renewed sense of purpose and clarity about the direction I want to take in my career. It’s been a transformative experience, and I’d recommend it to anyone who is ready to invest in themselves and their future.”

Ahmed Elhenawy, FACHE, Director of Operations, Project Management & Performance Improvement, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles

“For anyone considering the Career Accelerator Program, I highly recommend it. The program not only equips you with practical skills and credits but also fosters personal and professional growth, providing the tools to lead with purpose and confidence.”

Evelyn Terrell, OTD, FACHE, OTR/L, Associate Vice President of Strategy and Network Services, Nicklaus Children’s Health System

“I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the healthcare landscape and developed key competencies that will help me take the next step in my leadership journey. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this transformative program, and I highly recommend it to any healthcare executive looking to accelerate their professional growth.”

Anne Coltman, FACHE, FAND, Senior Director of Quality, Standards, and Interoperability, Commission on Dietetic Registration

Program Features

The Career Accelerator Program is a 14-week virtual program and includes these key features:

  • Formal leadership education offering the opportunity to earn up to 18 ACHE Virtual Interactive Education credits and continuing medical education credits for physicians, nurses and physician assistants
  • Specialized learning experiences to delve into leadership challenges and opportunities for personal career growth
  • Tailored virtual group mentoring sessions
  • Frequent networking with a broad range of healthcare leaders
  • Innovative, interactive virtual learning environments

Apply for a Scholarship

Scholarship applications are accepted from Monday, February 9, through Friday, May 29, at 11:59 p.m. Central time.

If you’re interested in a scholarship, ensure you meet the Career Accelerator Program scholarship requirements.

Paid registration is available until the program is sold out, or through Monday, August 17, 2026. For details on paid registration and for a program schedule, see the Career Accelerator Program course.

Questions

For any questions about the Career Accelerator Program, please email Zoe Siftar at lsibell@ache.org.

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