/ en Wed, 07 May 2025 10:16:24 -0500 Sun, 31 Dec 23 18:00:00 -0600 /ashe-education Sun, 31 Dec 2023 18:00:00 -0600 AHA Education & Events /ashe-preferred-education-provider <p> </p><div class="row"><div class="col-md-4"><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/ASHE%20Preferred%20Education%20Provider%20vF.png" data-entity-uuid="dc41aa6e-6c77-4991-9cce-3f24d67a75af" data-entity-type="file" alt="³¯Ñô³Ô¹ÏPreferred Education Provider" width="300" height="158"></div><div class="col-md-8"><h3>³¯Ñô³Ô¹Ï Preferred Education Provider (PEP) Program</h3><p>The ³¯Ñô³Ô¹ÏPreferred Education Provider (PEP) program identifies organizations (e.g. ³¯Ñô³Ô¹ÏChapters and other for-profit and nonprofit organizations) to offer Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for education programs. These credits can be used towards initial certification and renewal for the Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) and Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC). CECs can also be used to fulfill application requirements for the ³¯Ñô³Ô¹ÏFellow and Senior (F³¯Ñô³Ô¹Ïand SASHE) recognition programs. <br> </p></div></div> Thu, 18 Jun 2020 21:50:03 -0500 AHA Education & Events /education/hostaprogram Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:00:00 -0600 AHA Education & Events /education/elearning Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:00:00 -0600 AHA Education & Events /education/abstract <h1>Speak at a Conference</h1><h4 align="left"><a href="/education/pdc-summit">PDC Summitâ„¢</a></h4><h5><strong>Call for Abstracts open May 1 to May 30.</strong></h5><p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/c6921bb5-cc66-4f35-b491-4a1ca48110d7" target="_blank" title="Submit Abstract"><span>Submit Abstract</span></a></p><p>The International Summit & Exhibition on Health Facility Planning, Design & Constructionâ„¢ (PDC Summitâ„¢) brings together design and construction decision-makers and stakeholders along with facility senior leadership to plan for the future of health care and highlights the real-life collaboration that’s required to create and maintain safe healing environments. Only by working together, identifying common goals, and sharing best practices can we prepare ourselves and our organizations for success now and in the years to come.  </p><p><strong>The PDC Summit is collaboratively developed by thought leaders from the following supporting organizations:</strong></p><ul><li>American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) of the American Hospital Association (AHA)</li><li>American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers</li><li>American Institute of Architects (AIA) Academy of Architecture for Health (AIA/AAH)</li><li>American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA)</li><li>American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)</li><li>Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN)</li><li>Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)</li><li>The Center for Health Design</li><li>Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI)</li><li>International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS)</li><li>Nursing Institute for Healthcare Design (NIHD)</li></ul><p><em><small>PLEASE NOTE:</small></em></p><ul><li><em><small>All proposed session abstracts must be submitted using the online system.</small></em></li><li><em><small>Deadlines are set for 11:59 p.m. CT per each deadline date above.</small></em></li><li><em><small>Please note that ³¯Ñô³Ô¹Ïuses a rigorous peer review process to select sessions and sales pitches* are not accepted.</small></em></li></ul><h4>How to Prepare?</h4><p>Each year, nearly 300 abstracts are submitted for consideration with only 50-60 spots for sessions available. The abstract selection task force is looking for abstracts that include specific concepts throughout, regardless of topic or track. View the <a href="https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/c6921bb5-cc66-4f35-b491-4a1ca48110d7">Tips, Guidelines, and Checklist for the 2025 Summit here</a>.</p> <a href="/system/files/media/file/2022/08/ASHE_Abstract_Submission_5_Tips_MT_R3.pdf" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid=""><img src="/sites/default/files/2022-07/speak%20at%20a%20conference%20pg%201.png" data-entity-uuid="" data-entity-type="" alt="Speak at a Conference pg 1: Focusing Your Abstract" width="521" height="612"></a><br> <br> <a href="/system/files/media/file/2022/08/ASHE_Abstract_Submission_5_Tips_MT_R3.pdf" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid=""><img src="/sites/default/files/2022-07/speak%20at%20a%20conference%20pg%202.png" data-entity-uuid="" data-entity-type="" alt="Speak at a Conference pg 2: 5 Tips for Creating Winning Proposals" width="495" height="609"></a> </p> --><p><em><small>Presentations may not include sales pitches.</small></em></p><ul><li><em><small>Experience has shown that presentations with sales-like components consistently receive the lowest ratings</small></em></li><li><em><small>Product and service providers may choose to pair up with a health care owner representative to encourage attendance at their session.</small></em></li><li><em><small>Presentations that promote a company or a product will not be accepted.</small></em></li><li><em><small>Do not mention company or product names or use company/product logos in your presentation.</small></em></li><li><em><small>If you want to demo your product or company, please reach out to ASHE@smithbucklin.com for sponsored presentation opportunities.</small></em></li></ul><p> </p><p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/c6921bb5-cc66-4f35-b491-4a1ca48110d7" target="_blank" title="Submit Abstract"><span>Submit Abstract</span></a><br> </p><p> </p><h4 data-ogsb="white"><a href="/education/health-care-facilities-innovation-conference">Health Care Facilities Innovation Conference</a></h4><h5><strong>Call for Abstracts currently closed. Stay tuned for next year's call.</strong></h5><p>The Health Care Facilities Innovation Conference (the future-facing evolution of ASHE's flagship annual event) provides trusted knowledge and necessary tools to health care professionals dedicated to building, operating and maintaining a safe, efficient and effective care environment. The following topic areas are featured as essential core competencies needed for facilities managers and directors, infection prevention professionals, contractors, manufacturers and consultants to be successful at optimizing the health care physical environment and eventually earn their CHFM if desired.</p><p>To prepare for the abstract submission process, consider creating:</p><ul><li>Basic session information, including format, title, speakers, intended audience, etc.</li><li>Detailed abstract (400-600 words) describing your session topic</li><li>Concise (50-75 word) description of your session that would appear in conference materials</li><li>Four (4) measurable learning outcomes stating what attendees will be able to do after attending the session</li><li data-ogsb="white" data-ogsc="rgb(51, 51, 51)">Include at least two of the following concepts: <ul><li data-ogsb="white" data-ogsc="rgb(51, 51, 51)">Administration</li><li data-ogsb="white" data-ogsc="rgb(51, 51, 51)">Assessing Risk</li><li data-ogsb="white" data-ogsc="rgb(51, 51, 51)">Compliance</li><li data-ogsb="white" data-ogsc="rgb(51, 51, 51)">Energy Management</li><li data-ogsb="white" data-ogsc="rgb(51, 51, 51)">Finance Management</li><li data-ogsb="white" data-ogsc="rgb(51, 51, 51)">Healthcare Project Management</li><li data-ogsb="white" data-ogsc="rgb(51, 51, 51)">Maintenance & Operations</li><li data-ogsb="white" data-ogsc="rgb(51, 51, 51)">Sustainability</li></ul></li></ul><p>The selection committee will give preference to abstracts that: </p><ul><li><strong>In-depth</strong> sessions that bring value to attendees, their organizations and their communities.  </li><li>Concrete <strong>takeaways</strong>: Checklists, tools or other resources attendees can apply on the job.  </li><li><strong>Multidisciplinary</strong> representation.   <ul><li><strong>Panels</strong> that include hospital owner representatives.  </li><li><strong>Teams</strong> including: <ul><li>Facilities managers and professionals.  </li><li>Infection prevention professionals. </li><li>Architects/Designers. </li><li>Construction professionals. </li></ul></li></ul></li><li>Presentation of <strong>diverse</strong> opinions.  </li><li>Content that motivates the pursuit of <strong>excellence</strong>. </li><li><strong>Critical and leading-edge</strong> <strong>information</strong> to help attendees stay ahead of health care changes.</li></ul><p><em><small>PLEASE NOTE:</small></em></p><ul><li><em><small>All proposed session abstracts must be submitted using the online system.</small></em></li><li><em><small>Deadlines are set for 11:59 p.m. CT per each deadline date above.</small></em></li><li><em><small>Please note that ³¯Ñô³Ô¹Ïuses a rigorous peer review process to select sessions and sales pitches* are not accepted.</small></em></li></ul><p> </p> Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:00:00 -0600 AHA Education & Events