About ACHA
The American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA) certifies healthcare architects with strict standards to enhance the quality of healthcare environments. ACHA board certification is available to U.S. architects and those in countries with NCARB reciprocal licensure, whether they work in firms or roles like health systems, government agencies, and consulting. Certification demonstrates that an architect has met approved education and experience requirements and passed a competency exam. The process is rigorous, independently managed, and ensures the certified title is professionally and legally sound.
Events
- American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA) Summer Leadership Summit (AIA/AAH-ACHA)Jul 17, 2026, 6:00 AM – Jul 19, 2026, 5:00 PMMinneapolis, MN, USA
2026 "FunRaiser" Social Bridging the Generations Mill City MuseumJul 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM704 S 2nd St, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA- The National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD 2026 Annual Meeting)Jul 26, 2026, 6:00 AM – Jul 27, 2026, 5:00 PMWashington, DC, USA
- Vanderbuilt 20th Annual Healthcare Design & Construction Symposium - Vanderbuilt University Campus in NYCJul 29, 2026, 6:00 AM – Jul 30, 2026, 5:00 PMNew York, NY, USA
Industry Insights
AI & Its Impact to Health Facility Planning
In 2024, an ACHA Think Tank embarked on an ambitious exploration of how Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Veterans Administration (VA) Task Force 2023 Report
ACHA partnered with the Veterans Administration Construction and Facilities Management (CFM)
Future of Healthcare Task Force Report
The Board of Regents of the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA)
Mock-ups: Do You See What We See? Tools To Communicate Design
Full-scale mock-ups are powerful tools that allow architects, contractors
Chase Miller, ACHA, AIA, EDAC Healthcare Practice Leader, Guidon Design
ACHA has been instrumental in furthering my healthcare design knowledge and expertise, while also strengthening my client relationships by establishing trust and credibility. It has opened doors to opportunities within the industry that have expanded my network and enabled me to stay on the cutting edge of healthcare design.
