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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Education / Webinars

Apr

Virtual Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care 2026

Through July 7 – 23.5 hours of CE, covering all aspects of correctional health care MORE INFO

Jun

Webinar: Autism Spectrum Disorders: Diagnosis, Intervention, & Implications

Supporting appropriate clinical treatment approaches for individuals with autism spectrum disorders MORE INFO

Jul

Correctional Mental Health Conference 2026

The biggest focused event for correctional mental health care. MORE INFO

Latest News

Jun 11, 2026

Men’s Health Week: Addressing Years of Unmet Health Needs

This Men’s Health Week, we recognize the essential role correctional health professionals play in

Jun 10, 2026

Practical Strategies for Mental Health, Substance Use Treatment, Leadership, and Clinical Care—Available On-Demand Through July 7

Jun 10, 2026

Why I Became a CCHP-A

May 27, 2026

Women’s Health Equity Includes Correctional Health Care

May 27, 2026

Dr. Jennifer Aldrich Appointed to NCCHC Board of Representatives

May 20, 2026

Aligning Perspectives: Addressing Tension Between Health Care and Mental Health Staff

May 13, 2026

NCCHC Releases New Video Highlighting the Benefits of Accreditation

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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