NACCHO offers a host of resources to assist local health departments (LHDs) in positioning themselves to become accredited, including:
- LHD Self-Assessment Tool for Accreditation Prep
- Info on state-specific standards and programs
- Quality improvement resources and tools
- Archived issues of AccreditNATION e-newsletter
- Examples of newly-established partnerships and regionalization efforts to meet standards
The Operational Definition is regarded as the framework for LHD standards in the voluntary national accreditation program. Read how LHDs across the nation are using the Operational Definition in their work, and find tools and templates. More »
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A number of states have programs that address performance improvement, certification, or accreditation for LHDs. Click on the colored states to view information, including how they use the Operational Definition. More »
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Quality Improvement (QI) is an important part of the national accreditation program. These resources guide beginning or existing QI efforts as a part of accreditation preparation. More » |
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This communications toolkit offers practical methods and modern ideas for LHDs to communicate more successfully about local public health. More » |
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The Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) was established for health department accountability and QI. Read about the program development. More » |
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Please contact Jessica Solomon with any questions at jsolomon@naccho.org or 202-783-5550, Ext. 266. |
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