The NRHA CEO Certification Program is celebrating five years of helping rural health Executives achieve their hospital and career goals. Since its first cohort launched in February 2020, the program has trained, tested and certified over 500 rural healthcare leaders, strengthening hospitals, clinics, and communities through certified rural health leadership.
“This program is essential for CAH or Rural CEOs, whether experienced, new, or aspiring. It absolutely builds assurance, confidence, knowledge, and a collegial trusted network,” – A recent CEO Certification Program graduate.
Introducing New Leadership Development Offerings
Witnessing the impact the programs have on individuals and their teams as they more confidently lead with increased knowledge and a new network of motivated successful peers CRHL is launching Cultural Transformation, a program designed to enhance leadership effectiveness and increase employee engagement. By fostering a thriving workplace culture, this initiative helps organizations, and their teams succeed while better serving their communities.
In addition to Cultural Transformation, CRHL is expanding its leadership development programs to include:
- Leadership Coaching: Personalized, one-on-one coaching to help leaders refine their strategies and drive meaningful change within their organizations.
- Executive Coaching: Specialized coaching for senior leaders to address challenges unique to rural health executives.
- Group Coaching:A cost-effective coaching alternative where diverse members collaborate in structured sessions to enhance leadership effectiveness.
- Rural Health Management Academy: A program designed to assist new and first-time rural health managers in strengthening leadership skills to ensure the long-term viability of rural hospitals, clinics, and communities.
- Rural Health Leadership Academy: A combination of self-guided and group learning, helping rural health leaders develop new leadership skills and improve the sustainability of rural healthcare delivery.
“These expanded services represent the next chapter for CRHL,” said Sydney Grant, Chief Learning Officer at CRHL. “As we celebrate five years of empowering rural health leaders, we are excited to bring forward new opportunities for leadership growth and organizational success.”
Looking Ahead
CRHL remains dedicated to improving rural healthcare by stabilizing hospitals through leadership education and engagement. By working alongside rural health executives and industry experts, CRHL continues to develop specialized programs that elevate leadership excellence, ensuring sustainable healthcare for rural communities.
Rural healthcare leaders and organizations interested in exploring these expanded offerings should reach out Kodi Smith, kodis@nrhasc.com or (309) 233-4228.
About the Center for Rural Health Leadership
The Center for Rural Health Leadership (CRHL) equips rural healthcare leaders with the knowledge and tools needed to create stronger, more sustainable healthcare organizations. Through specialized programs and expert-driven education, CRHL is committed to developing the next generation of rural healthcare leaders and strengthening healthcare in rural America.