NCCHC National Conference Showcases the Strength and Momentum of Correctional Health Care
96% reported meaningful opportunities to learn from and with others.
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.
Aug 5, 2025
NCCHC Releases 2026 Jail/Prison Health Standards, Introducing Digital Format, Key Enhancements, and New Requirements
The 2026 edition of the Standards for Health Services are available.
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.
Mar 12, 2025
NCCHC Releases New Jail Guidelines for Medical Treatment of SUD
This free publication incorporates evidence-based recommendations for implementing and evaluating MAT programs,
Dec 11, 2024
CDC Update on New Medicaid Rules for Incarcerated Youth Services
NCCHC hosted a free webinar on this topic on December 6. View it or download the slides. Effective January 1, 2025, Medicaid and Children’s
Aug 16, 2024
Standards Q&A: Annual 12-Hour CE Requirement
Does our state CE requirement for RNs meet the standard?
Jun 20, 2024
The Many Benefits of Accreditation
Achieving NCCHC accreditation demonstrates a commitment to high-quality correctional health care and overall well-being of incarcerated individuals and staff alike.
May 22, 2024
Standards Q&A: Applicability of Female Standards
Do certain standards apply if women are not here for more than three days?
Apr 24, 2024
Standards Q&A: 75% Custody Health Training Requirement
Does the 75% requirement refer to all custody staff or only those working during the survey?
