2026 Pilot Resource Hub
Pilot Programs 2026 Accreditation Standards Version
(Rev. February 18, 2026)
| Revision Date | Description |
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| 02/18/2026 Click Here | The 2026 Standards approved by the BoD on February 18, 2026. |
Timeline
Exhibits
Standard 1: Program Development, Operations and Sustainment
| Criterion | Exhibit | Revision Date (Click Rev Date to Download) |
Exhibit Example |
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| 1.1 | 1.1.1: Program Variant Table | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 1.2 | 1.2.1: Program Resource Planning and Sustainment Table | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 1.2 | 1.2.2: Strategic Initiatives Tracking Table | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 1.2 | 1.2.3: Program Risk Assessment and Mitigation Table | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 1.2 | 1.2.4: Plan Review and Evaluation | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 1.4 | Instructions on how to pull Exhibits for 1.4.1, 1.4.2, 1.4.3, and 1.4.4 from CARE | 09/10/2025 | |
| 1.4 | 1.4.5: Admissions Table | 02/18/2026 | |
| 1.5 | 1.5.1: Information Transparency Table | 02/18/2026 |
Standard 2: Competency Model
| Criterion | Exhibit | Revision Date (Click Rev Date to Download) |
Exhibit Example |
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| 2.1 | 2.1.1: Competencies | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 2.1 | 2.1.2: Proficiency Scale | 02/18/2026 | |
| 2.2 | Program-level Competency Attainment Table/Tool (Provided by Program) | 09/10/2025 | Example |
| 2.2 | 2.2.1 Competency Direct Assessments | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 2.3 | 2.3.1 Stakeholder Engagement | 09/10/2025 |
Standard 3: Curriculum
| Criterion | Exhibit | Revision Date (Click Rev Date to Download) |
Exhibit Example |
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| 3.1 | 3.1.1 Student Exposure and Engagement | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 3.1 | 3.1.2 Courses Offered in Self-Study Year | 09/10/2025 | |
| 3.1 | 3.1.3 Required Program Topics | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 3.1 | 3.1.4 Competency Mapping | 09/10/2025 | |
| 3.4 | 3.4.1 Stakeholder Engagment | 09/10/2025 |
Standard 4: Student Success
| Criterion | Exhibit | Revision Date (Click Rev Date to Download) |
Exhibit Example |
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| 4.1 | 4.1.1 Academic Resources | 09/10/2025 | |
| 4.4 | Instructions on how to pull Exhibits for 4.4 from CARE | 09/10/2025 |
Standard 5: Faculty
| Criterion | Exhibit | Revision Date (Click Rev Date to Download) |
Exhibit Example |
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| 5.1 | 5.1.1 Current Program Faculty Qualifications | 09/10/2025 02/18/2026 |
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| 5.1 | Instructions on how to pull Exhibits for 5.1 from CARE | 09/10/2025 | |
| 5.2 | 5.2.1 Faculty Androgogical Development Table | 09/10/2025 |
Resources
- Self Study Support Checklist
- Process Improvement Cycle (PIC) Tool Graphic
- Process Improvement Cycle (PIC) Tool (Updated 11/14/2025)
- Required Program Topics Definitions and Examples
- Syllabi Checklist for 2026 Standards
- Site Visit Instructions (Rev. 09/08/2026)
- Site Visit Logistics Form
- LMS Data Access and Need Memorandum
- Decision Support Tool (tool used by site visit team to review criteria)
Pilot Training Series
- October 1, 2025 1-2:30pm EST | Watch Video | View Slides
- November 6, 2025 1-2:30pm EDT | Watch Video | View Slides
- December 11, 2025 1-2:30pm EST | Watch Video | View Slides
- February 4, 2026 1-2:30pm EST Watch Video | View Slides
- March 11, 2026 1-2:30pm EST Watch Video | View Slides
- April 2, 2026 1-2:30pm EST
CAHME Staff Support
| Support For: | Staff |
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| CAMP, Website, Exhibits | Stacey Rowand Chief Operating Officer 301-298-1820 Ext. 700 srowand@cahme.org |
| All Other Standards Inquiries | Jillian Harrington Chief Accreditation Officer 301-298-1820 Ext. 2. jharrington@cahme.org |
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CAHME actively promotes continuous improvement in the preparation of future healthcare leaders by developing measurable, competency-based criteria for excellence in healthcare management.
CONTACT:
PO Box 911
Spring House, PA 19477
Organized under section 501(c)(3), and commonly referred to as charitable organizations, CAHME is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions in accordance with Code section 170.
© 2026 CAHME. All content on this website is protected by copyright law. No part of this website may be reproduced or distributed without prior written permission from the copyright owner.
Organized under section 501(c)(3), and commonly referred to as charitable organizations, CAHME is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions in accordance with Code section 170.
Click here to Search CAHME Accredited Programs