Welcome to the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American College of Health Care Administrators!

Founded in 1962, the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA) is a non-profit professional membership association that provides superior educational programming, networking, and career development opportunities for its members. Our mission is to enhance the professionalism of post-acute and aging services leadership by providing educational, networking, and advocacy support to providers. We believe that quality long-term care is driven by the high-level leadership skills of administrators and other professionals who strive to make a difference in the lives of those they serve. This is a great space to learn more about the Pennsylvania Chapter of our association and the benefits of membership. Explore our website to learn about our educational programming, upcoming events, and networking opportunities. Connect with us to enhance your career and become part of a community of like-minded professionals who share your passion for quality long-term care.

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Membership in professional organizations (such as ACHCA) may also have a positive impact on the overall quality of nursing facilities. Findings reported in a white paper have supported the value of professional membership, as well as voluntary certification or fellow credentialing of NHAs with respect to quality improvement. Read the entire study here. 

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New to long-term care administration? Learn how ACHCA can help you in your Administrator-in-Training journey!