Become a Fellow (FACHE®)

Take the Next Step in Your Leadership Journey

The Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE®) credential is a recognized symbol of board certification in healthcare leadership and management. Earning your FACHE designation demonstrates your commitment to professional excellence, ethical leadership, and lifelong learning.

At ACHE Puerto Rico Chapter, we’re here to support you on your path to fellowship.

Why Pursue the FACHE Credential?

• Stand Out with board-certified status in the competitive healthcare field
• Demonstrate your leadership skills and dedication to high standards
• Expand your professional credibility within your organization and beyond
• Access new career opportunities and build confidence as a trusted leader
• Strengthen your connection to a respected network of healthcare executives

Basic Requirements

To apply for the FACHE credential, you must:

• Be a current ACHE Member
• Hold a Master’s or other post-baccalaureate degree
• Have at least five years of healthcare management experience
• Demonstrate significant leadership experience
• Complete 36 hours of continuing education, with 12 hours of Face-to-Face Education from ACHE
• Submit two references (one must be a current Fellow)
• Successfully pass the Board of Governors Exam in Healthcare Management

Learn more about the requirements on ACHE.org/FACHE

Board of Governors Exam

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;

• Healthcare
• Management and Leadership
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Quality and Performance Management
• Business
• Healthcare Technology and Information Management
• Laws and Regulations
• Professionalism and Ethics
• Governance and Organizational Structure

How Puerto Rico Chapter of ACHE Can Help

• Local education events that count toward your Face-to-Face CE credits
• Study groups and exam preparation support
• Networking with current Fellows for guidance and references
• One-on-one mentorship to help you navigate the process

Ready to Start?

• Begin Your Application on ACHE.org/FACHE
• Questions? Email us using our Contact Form

Let’s take the next step together – toward excellence in healthcare leadership.