Education

Online Courses

AHRMM offers 12 traditional online eLearning courses and 14 video recorded online courses, all designed specifically for hospital purchasing agents and materials managers. Every course, offered in conjunction with Prosperity Online Education, provides an affordable and practical continuing education option for professionals at every level.

1. Giving Powerful Presentations

AHRMM Member: $49.00 Non-Member: $79.00 CEUs: 0.1
The ability to make dynamic presentations is critical to the success of today's supply chain executives. This skill enhances one's probability of having ideas and programs accepted, of being seen as an executive, and of moving up in an organization. It is also a skill that many have yet to perfect. This course will significantly improve participant's presentation skills through proven concepts and practical tips. It includes methods to relieve presentation anxiety, enhance delivery techniques, and heighten sensitivity to logistics considerations. After taking this course, participants will be prepared to develop and deliver memorable and persuasive presentations.

2. Healthcare Supply Chain Considerations in Emergency Management

AHRMM Member: $79.00 Non-Member: $99.00 CEUs: 0.1
This course provides an overview of the important role that the healthcare supply chain plays when developing an emergency management plan as well as information to consider when implementing an emergency management plan. This course will benefit anyone in the supply chain who is responsible for any aspects of disaster planning and emergency management.

3. Materials Management Overview

AHRMM Member: $99.00 Non-Member: $139.00 CEUs: 0.15
It is important for supply chain/materials management professionals, especially those relatively new to the field or new to healthcare, to gain a basic knowledge of the profession. You should understand the beginnings of the profession, how it has grown, why it has grown the way it has, and where it is now. This program has been designed to do just that. By understanding the past, one can have a better appreciation of the barriers that have constrained the advancement of the profession. Further, it can help to see where future advancements may be possible and provide a better guide for achieving them.

4. Clinical Department Supply Management

AHRMM Member: $59.00 Non-Member: $79.00 CEUs: 0.05
This course provides an overview of some of the supply chain management challenges encountered in key clinical departments as well as highlights possible solutions. The course will address several supply chain process improvement strategies and potential benefits. Upon completion of this course, you will be able
to apply various supply management improvement strategies, including contract support, purchasing, standardization, utilization, and inventory management for
clinical departments.

5. Finance

AHRMM Member: $79.00 Non-Member: $99.00 CEUs: 0.1
This course provides an overview of finance and accounting principles. Upon completion, participants will be able to define frequently used accounting and finance terms and principles, define the components of ratios and break-even analysis, explain the financial environment of acute and non-acute care segments, compare value analysis with conventional financial evaluation, describe key components of
an asset management program, and state several other ways of implementing
cost-savings programs.

6. Information Technology

AHRMM Member: $59.00 Non-Member: $79.00 CEUs: 0.05
This course provides an overview of various types and uses of information technology (IT) in supply chain management. It is intended for staff who are new
to IT applications in the supply chain or those who wish to improve their knowledge and understanding. The course will provide an overview of a Materials Management Information System (MMIS), including the planning, selection, and implementation processes. The course will also describe Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and key transactions, current initiatives in supply data classification and synchronization, identify point-of-use inventory management systems, and explore the advantages of the Internet in today’s business environment. Finally, it will provide an overview of new technologies and systems including Radio Frequency Identification (RFID),
bar-coding, and computerized physician order entry (CPOE).

7. Logistics and Inventory Management

AHRMM Member: $79.00 Non-Member: $99.00 CEUs: 0.1
This course provides a solid overview of logistics and inventory management.
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to define customer service metrics, different methods of inventory valuation, describe types of inventory,
explain inventory management strategies, and state various inventory receiving and distribution methods. Participants will also be able to describe ways to return, recall, or exchange inventory, and identify various material-handling equipment.

8. New Technology Assessment

AHRMM Member: $59.00 Non-Member: $79.00 CEUs: 0.05
This course provides an introduction and overview of the New Technology Assessment process. It is intended primarily for those who want to establish this type of program. Staff who may benefit include supply chain personnel who interface with a Value Analysis or New Technology team, as well as clinical and non-clinical personnel involved in the evaluation of technology (equipment and devices). The course will provide direction on many aspects of New Technology including scope, team member selection, responsibilities, roles, and the sequence of activities.

9. Purchasing and Contract Management

AHRMM Member:$79.00 Non-Member: $99.00 CEUs: 0.1
This course provides an overview of the processes and methods used for purchasing, customer service monitoring, contract negotiation considerations, and
key legal issues.

10. Strategic Planning and Leadership

AHRMM Member: $59.00 Non-Member: $79.00 CEUs: 0.05
This course provides an overview of strategic planning and leadership. Upon completion, participants will be able to define key concepts in quality management, identify the 12 steps in strategic planning, explain key components in a department strategic plan, state ways in which to achieve customer service excellence, identify attributes of successful leaders, explain the Robinson-Patman Act and Safe Harbor Regulations, and state principles of purchasing ethics.

11. Support Services

AHRMM Member: $59.00 Non-Member: $79.00 CEUs: 0.05
This course provides an overview of support services including key departments and responsibilities. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to identify key support departments, operational issues, state the responsibilities of a relevant government agencies, describe different classifications of hazardous waste, explain the selection, transportation, storage, and laundry of linens, and determine appropriate sterilization procedures.

12. Value Analysis

AHRMM Member: $59.00 Non-Member: $79.00 CEUs: 0.05
This course provides an introduction and overview of the Value Analysis process for those interested in implementing a program or enhancing their current program. Staff who may benefit, include supply chain personnel who interface with a Value Analysis team, and clinical and non-clinical personnel involved in the process. The course will provide direction on the many aspects of Value Analysis including scope, team member selection, responsibilities, roles, and the sequence of activities. The course will also review the approach in a single hospital and an integrated
delivery network.

PACKAGE OPTIONS

CMRP Course Package

AHRMM Member: $320.00 Non-Member: $435.00 CEUs: 0.40
This package includes the five courses that are aligned with the CMRP content outline, offered at a 10% discount. The five courses include: Finance, Information Technology, Logistics and Inventory Management, Purchasing and Contract Management, and Strategic Planning and Leadership.