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

Dec

Virtual Winter Conference on Correctional Health Care

Up to 25 hours of highlights from the National Conference, CE, and updates and best practices for correctional health care. MORE INFO

Jan

Webinar: Challenges in Correctional Health: A Focus on Women Professionals

The panel will also share practical, actionable strategies—including mentorship, professional networking, and correctional health certifications—to support career advancement and strengthen retention, MORE

Feb

Webinar: Implementing MAT Continuum of Care in Jails: Lessons Learned

Real-world data, including MAT enrollment trends, outcomes, and impacts on in-facility overdoses and medical emergencies. MORE INFO

Latest News

Jan 21, 2026

CEO Deborah Ross Receives Industry Award

The award recognizes special efforts or contributions, innovative, and leadership.

Jan 15, 2026

New CCHP-N Certification Program Expands Specialty Certification to Include All Licensed Nurses

Jan 14, 2026

Revised Position Statements Support Women, Pregnant People

Jan 13, 2026

Record-Breaking Quarter Brings 245 New CCHPs

Jan 5, 2026

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