Unaffiliated Chapters CECs

Why Offer AHRMM-Approved CECs?

• Recognition: Strengthen your organization's reputation as a trusted thought leader by aligning with AHRMM and the American Hospital Association.
• Career Advancement: Help your staff or members grow into leadership roles.
• Relevancy: Keep your teams sharp and up-to-date in a fast-changing healthcare environment.
• Networking: Connect your organization and participants with a national professional community.

What Kind of Presentations or Events are Eligible?

Organizations may apply for AHRMM CEC approval for single events, online training, or multi-session conferences. Programs must align with topics outlined in the CMRP Certification Examination Guide (PDF), covering areas such as:

• Procurement and Value Analysis
• Inventory and Distribution
• Data and Information Management
• Finance
• Strategic Planning and Compliance
• Emergency Preparedness

Health care supply chain companies: If your organization provides technology, logistics, or procurement solutions to hospitals or health systems, offering AHRMM-approved credits can add value to your training programs.

Hospitals and health systems: Internal teams in materials management, sourcing, or operations can benefit from educational programs that support professional certifications and continuing education.

Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs): GPOs that host training or webinars for members can offer CECs to deepen engagement and support their members’ development.

Emergency preparedness organizations: Groups involved in healthcare disaster planning or supply chain continuity can align their training with AHRMM standards to elevate their offerings.

Healthcare consultants and advisors: Firms that help providers or suppliers improve supply chain performance, value analysis, or operational efficiency can enhance client value by offering approved CECs.

Conference and training organizers: Whether you’re planning a virtual workshop or a multi-day, in-person event, getting your sessions approved for CECs increases attendee engagement and professional development value.

Medical product and equipment companies: If your team leads product education or clinical integration sessions, turning those into credit-bearing opportunities adds credibility and reach.

Universities and educational providers: Institutions offering healthcare operations, logistics, or supply chain leadership courses can use AHRMM CECs to connect students with real-world professional advancement.