NRHA's Rural Hospital Board of Trustees Certification Program 

Board leadership is paramount to the success and health of rural hospitals and communities. With the constantly changing healthcare landscape, there has never been a more crucial time for Board Trustees to have the tools, knowledge, and network of peers and experts they need to thrive in their roles. Providing leadership within a rural hospital however is different, one of the resounding reasons for the creation of this program. This program was created for rural hospital Board Trustees by rural hospital Board Trustees.

Start Date: June 2024

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Created by and intended for those currently serving as a Board of Trustee - this program was designed by rural hospital Board Trustees for rural hospital Board Trustees.

The course curriculum were developed by successful rural hospital Board Trustees by answering this question: What do you know now that you wish you would have known then?

Created for YOU

The course curriculum were developed by successful rural hospital Board Trustees by answering this question: What do you know now that you wish you would have known then?

Build Your Confidence & Network

Create a nationwide network of like-minded individuals who understand your context! Grow confidence in your knowledge, skills, and in YOURSELF!

Introducing the NRHA's Rural Hospital Board of Trustees Certification Program

This program is online and self-guided, coupled with scheduled Zoom meetings.  The time commitment is approximately 1-1.5 hours per week.

New Member Orientation

Elements of Board Leadership

Board Member Responsibilities

Healthcare
Finance

Community
Health

Strategic
Planning

Quality & Patient Safety

Advocacy & Community Collaboration

Relationship with CEO

Leadership Development

Board Benchmarking

Medical Staff

The Board's Role in Philanthropy

Board Self-Evaluation

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Leadership makes the difference.

Today’s rural hospitals and clinics have tremendous challenges and uncertainty and are closing at an unprecedented rate. One out of three rural hospitals have been identified as “at risk.” An individual with this certification will immediately be recognized as someone qualified to help lead a rural hospital with excellence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to Enroll

NRHA's Rural Health Board of Trustees Certification Program is open to those currently serving on the Board of a rural hospital.

Enrollment requires the following:

  • Currently on the Board of a rural hospital
  • Complete the enrollment form

Upon receipt, enrollment documents will be reviewed, and a follow-up email will be sent to confirm admission and provide payment options.

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