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The ACHCA Mentoring Program

Guiding to Greatness – Mentoring Tomorrow's Leaders


ACHCA is proud to lead a state-of-the-art mentoring initiative designed to strengthen the long-term care profession by connecting mentors and protégés across the country. This premier member benefit promotes dynamic leadership, supports professional development, and fosters meaningful, evidence-based partnerships within our field.

At ACHCA, we believe that leadership is cultivated through relationships. Our Mentoring Program is built to support both established professionals and emerging leaders, creating a culture of continuous learning and shared growth.

Goals of the Mentoring Program

  • Prepare for the Future: Equip professionals with tools and support to navigate the evolving landscape of long-term care.
  • Support Succession Planning: Provide a platform for knowledge transfer as many experienced administrators approach retirement.
  • Foster Professional Growth: Deliver a high-value benefit to members while building leadership capacity across the field.
  • Strengthen the Profession: Promote a national network of leaders committed to excellence in aging services.

Why Participate?

  • Gain personalized guidance from seasoned leaders.
  • Develop your professional network nationwide.
  • Contribute to the future of long-term care leadership.
  • Access education and tools built on an evidence-based approach.

ACHCA is uniquely positioned to lead this transformative effort, and we invite you to be part of it. Apply today to become a mentor or protégé and join a powerful movement of leadership through connection.

Who Is Eligible to be a Protégé?

  • Professional ACHCA Members.
  • Employed in a long-term care or aging services setting.
  • Students or Administrators-in-Training (AITs).
  • Someone willing to commit to a minimum of one hour per month to the successful development of your mentor/protégé relationship.

Who Is Eligible to be a Mentor?

  • A Professional or Retired ACHCA Member who is an ACHCA Fellow.
  • Current Protégé - eligible to serve as mentors to students or Administrators-in-Training (AITs) as long as they continue to be engaged within the Mentoring Program.
  • Someone willing to commit to a minimum of one hour per month to the successful development of your mentor/protégé relationship.

Whether you're looking to build confidence, advance your career, or give back to the profession, this program offers the tools, resources, and support you need to thrive.


Program Application

We are now accepting applications year-round for the program. Individuals interested in applying to become a mentor or protégé should submit an application.

CLICK HERE to access the mentoring application

CLICK HERE to access the protege application


Mentoring Program Resources

The ACHCA Mentoring Program currently has two NAB approved webinars.

   


Publications: ACHCA publishes mentoring article in the Journal of Health Administration Education

"ACHCA is a dynamic organization designed to promote the growth of leaders in the post-acute and aging services industry, advocating for excellence in the profession. Of the many value-added services offered by ACHCA, it’s my belief that the mentor-protégé is one of the best aspects of the College. It's not only a signature program, but for many, it also serves as the connection point to becoming a member and meeting other leaders in the industry. I've served as a mentor for several years and love the opportunity to teach and learn from others. I see the mentor-protege program as a way to give back to the industry and prepare new leaders for success. While ACHCA serves administrators in many ways, the mentor-protégé program is one that is foundational to our mission and vision."
~ Phil Jean, Mentoring Chair


Support the Mentoring Program

The quality of the care provided across the spectrum of Post-Acute Care and Aging services continues to rest on our ability to recruit and retain the very finest administrators. ACHCA's mentoring program provides a means to nurture and develop the best talent for the future of Long-Term Care. Invest in the future of the industry and help ACHCA grow, engage future leaders and leave a lasting legacy in the field. Join the Mentoring Covenant today!


Questions? Please contact [email protected]