National Association for Healthcare Quality

NAHQ provides practical professional development for people and organizations working in healthcare quality and safety. Its offerings include live, virtual, and on-demand continuing education, competency-based learning, the Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality credential, and micro-credentials. Organizations such as health systems and hospitals can access programs tailored to their needs. The association also offers membership resources through NAHQ-U, including career advancement materials and industry intelligence, plus a Career Center, networking, peer recognition, and volunteer opportunities. Events cover healthcare quality topics and feature research and best practices. NAHQ develops and updates its Healthcare Quality Competency Framework, which outlines competencies, skills, and behaviors for quality and safety work. The association is based in Chicago.