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Accreditation

NCCHC provides continuing education credit—more than 100 hours each year—for physicians, nurses, psychologists and social workers, as well as general credit for CCHPs and professionals in other disciplines.

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May 13, 2026

NCCHC Releases New Video Highlighting the Benefits of Accreditation

Quality improvement, risk reduction, professional accountability, and better health outcomes for incarcerated patients.
2026 Program of the Year
Apr 13, 2026

Nominations Open for 2026 NCCHC Individual and Facility Awards

The deadline for all nominations is May 21.
Program of the Year
Apr 10, 2026

Leading the Way: Inside NCCHC’s Program of the Year Spotlight

Data-driven decision-making and measurable outcomes tied to safety and quality.
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Apr 7, 2026

New NCCHC Surveyors Ready to Hit the Field

NCCHC welcomes six new surveyors and has opportunities for more.
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Mar 18, 2026

Hear From NCCHC Program of the Year Winners

Free webinar highlighting award-winning innovation in action.
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Nov 8, 2025

NCCHC Releases Publications to Ease Transition to New 2026 Jail, Prison, and Mental Health Standards

200+ slides show all changes compared to the prior editions.
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Oct 14, 2025

Local Thoughts on the Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy

The MIEP prohibits the use of federal funds to cover health care costs while an individual is incarcerated.
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Oct 9, 2025

Welcome to the New Class of NCCHC Surveyors

NCCHC welcomes six new surveyors and has opportunities for more.
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Sep 8, 2025

Sandra Violette Named New NCCHC Accreditation Manager for OTP and Mental Health

Ms. Violette previously served as director of addiction treatment for the Connecticut Department of Correction.
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Jun 24, 2025

Coming Soon! New Jail, Prison, and Mental Health Standards

Big news! Revised jail, prison, and mental health standards will soon be available.