Board Governance
Board Governance
The Board Governance certification program prepares nonprofit and healthcare board members, governance professionals, and executives with the competencies needed for effective, ethical, and compliant board stewardship. Grounded in the AEHP Learning Framework (Servant Leadership, 16 Leadership Competencies, AMI methodology, and EMLF), the curriculum progresses from foundational fiduciary duties through strategic governance, risk oversight, executive partnership, board development, and digital transformation—aligned with national standards from BoardSource, National Council of Nonprofits, Independent Sector, IRS, and healthcare accreditation bodies (CMS, The Joint Commission).
Certificate
Professional Certification
Access
Lifetime Access
What You'll Learn
Master healthcare administration competencies aligned with ACHE, NAB, and CMS standards.
Define the three fiduciary duties (care, loyalty, obedience) and their legal basis in state nonprofit corporation law and IRS regulations.
Identify key governance structures (board, committees, bylaws) and instruments (conflict-of-interest policies, whistleblower policies, financial controls) that constitute a governance framework.
Apply governance theories (Stakeholder Theory, Resource Dependence Theory, Bryson’s Strategy Change Cycle) to analyze board responsibilities and decision-making.
Connect Servant Leadership principles and the 16 AEHP leadership competencies to board stewardship, accountability, and public trust.
Analyze governance decision tensions (control vs. empowerment, mission fidelity vs. adaptability, stakeholder responsiveness vs. independence) using evidence-based frameworks.
Apply RACI and risk-based oversight matrices to delineate board and executive responsibilities aligned with accreditation standards.
Skills You'll Gain
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Healthcare Administration
Manage complex care delivery systems
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Regulatory Compliance
Navigate CMS, HIPAA, and accreditation standards
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Strategic Planning
Align operations with organizational goals
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Workforce Leadership
Develop and retain high-performing teams
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Financial Management
Drive fiscal accountability in healthcare
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Quality Improvement
Lead patient safety and quality programs
Who Should Enroll
This certification is valued across the following roles and career paths.
Course Curriculum
9 comprehensive modules covering all aspects of Board Governance.
Meet Your Instructor
Your Instructor
Dr. Kay Eloi
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