By William Elliott, PhD, Correctional Mental Health Consultant and Trainer Physicians, nurses, mental health professionals, and other health care employees who work in jails
Dec 1, 2020
Correctional Medicine’s Movers & Shakers: CCHP-Ps
The CCHP-P program was launched in 2015 to give correctional physicians (the second P in CCHP-P) an opportunity to earn a credential that acknowledges
Nov 30, 2020
NCCHC Foundation Receives Grant From Bureau of Justice Assistance to Address Substance Use Disorder in Jails
The Bureau of Justice Assistance Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Program has selected the NCCHC Foundation as the lead organization for creation of
Nov 23, 2020
NCCHC Foundation Scholarship Winners Say Thank You
In keeping with one area of the NCCHC Foundation’s focus – scholarships, opportunities for continuing education, and workforce development – 30% of all funds
Nov 17, 2020
NCCHC’s New Board Chair Shares His Thoughts about Coping with COVID-19
by Joseph V. Penn, MD, CCHP-MH: I was recently asked how correctional health care has changed since the last time I was NCCHC chairman
Nov 17, 2020
Joseph Penn, MD, CCHP-MH, Is New Chair of NCCHC Board
A new chair, chair-elect, secretary, and treasurer were announced during the November board meeting.
May 1, 2023
NCCHC Spring Conference Has Record Turnout
The NCCHC Spring Conference took place in New Orleans, Saturday – Tuesday, April 28 – May 2. The conference had the most participants of
Apr 24, 2023
NCCHC Conference “Shines a Light” on Mental Health Care
The conference supports correctional mental health professionals with insights from speakers from a variety of backgrounds.
Apr 18, 2023
NCCHC to Offer Two Webinars on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
The webinars take place June 8 and 15.
Apr 14, 2023
How Creating a Mission, Vision, and Values Statement Can Inspire Your Health Staff
Our values are guiding behaviors that describe how we pursue our vision and mission.
Apr 14, 2023
In Memorium: B. Jaye Anno Award Winner Kenneth L. Faiver, MPH, CCHP
Author, surveyor, and correctional health leader Kenneth L. Faiver has passed away.
Apr 13, 2023
Best First Quarter for CCHPs in Six Years
Certified Correctional Health Professional status was attained by 87 individuals in the first quarter of 2023, representing the best first quarter since 2017. Specialty
