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Improving Correctional Health Care

NCCHC's mission is to improve the quality of health care in jails, prisons, and juvenile facilities. Learn more about how we can support your expertise, your organization, and your community. 

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Education

Education

NCCHC is the source for continuing education for this complex field. 100+ annual accredited CE hours for physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and CCHPs. 

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Certification

Certification

Get recognized for your mastery of NCCHC standards and your dedication to quality patient care based on a foundation of best practices. Become a Certified Correctional Health Professional. 

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Accreditation

Facilities that achieve NCCHC accreditation demonstrate their commitment to high-quality health care services that are constitutionally appropriate and based on nationally recognized standards. 

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Consulting

Solutions from the most trusted name in correctional health care! NCCHC Resources’ consultants have unparalleled expertise and experience to handle the most complex challenges.

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Standards & More

Standards

NCCHC’s flagship standards provide support for constitutionally appropriate correctional health care for jails, prisons, juvenile facilities, mental health, and opioid treatment programs.

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Publications

News, features, opinion, analysis, peer-reviewed research … from the latest correctional health news to groundbreaking academic studies, NCCHC’s publications offer something for every reader.

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Position Statements

NCCHC position statements communicate the organization’s consensus opinion and expert guidance on some of the most critical issues in correctional health care.
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Blog

Views and news from the organization that's driving the future of correctional health care. Find out how we're moving the field forward.

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Education / Webinars

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Legal considerations for correctional health care
Dec
03

Webinar: Navigating Legal Challenges in Corrections

Review state and federal laws governing correctional health care and how to reduce the risk of claims. MORE INFO
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Dec
06

FREE Webinar: Implementing the Upcoming Medicaid Policy Changes for Youth Reentry

Learn about new federal legislation, taking effect in January 2025, that will impact how states provide care and services to youths leaving custody
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Virtual Winter Conference 2024
Dec
11

Virtual Winter Conference on Correctional Health Care

Up to 33 hours of highlights from the National Conference, CE, and updates and best practices for correctional health care. MORE INFO
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Latest News

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New Members Elected to NCCHC Board

NCCHC welcomes three new members to its multidisciplinary Board of Representatives.
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Nov 13, 2024

NCCHC Welcomes New Class of Surveyors

Be a Chance Champion
Nov 8, 2024

Champion Change With Us and Double Your Impact

Virtual Winter Conference 2024
Nov 5, 2024

CE, Education, and Insights: NCCHC Virtual Winter Conference Meets Your Needs

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Nov 1, 2024

Resources for Chronic Disease Testing in Correctional Institutions

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Oct 30, 2024

CDC Releases Model Food Safety Practices for Correctional Facilities

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Oct 30, 2024

Meet the New Board Chair

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The NCCHC Foundation

The NCCHC Foundation’s mission is to champion the correctional health care field and serve the public by supporting research, professional education, scholarships, and patient reentry.

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