NRHA's Rural Hospital HR Certification Program
The increasing rates of employee burnout and turnover coupled with the struggle to recruit and retain staff are just some of the every day obstacles faced by rural hospital HR Leaders. Along with constantly changing policies and regulations and a lack of resources across the board, there has never been a more crucial time to support rural hospital HR Leaders.
Start Date: Spring 2026
CLICK HERE TO ENROLLCreated by rural hospital HR leaders for rural hospital HR leaders.
The curriculum was developed by asking successful, tenured rural hospital HR Executives this question: What do you know now that you wish you would have known then?
Created with YOU in Mind
Our curriculum is based on input from successful rural hospital HR leaders who have lived the experience.
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 HR Certification Program
Curriculum will be delivered bi-weekly over a 8-month period online and via Zoom.
Leadership
Intra-Personal Leadership
Inter-Personal Leadership
Organizational Leadership
Community
Leadership
Operations
Employee
Relations
Recruiting and Retention
Labor Laws & Relations
Staff
Development
Mandatory Regulatory Training
Finance
FTEs, Productivity & Payroll
Budgeting
Employee
Benefits
See the April 2025 Schedule
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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How to Enroll
NRHA's Rural Hospital HR Certification Program is open to those currently working as an HR executive/leader in rural hospitals.
Enrollment requires the following:
- Currently employed as an HR executive/leader in a rural hospital
- Complete the enrollment informational form
- Upload a signed letter of support from your CEO
Upon receipt, enrollment documents will be reviewed and a follow-up email will be sent confirming admission and providing payment options.
Investment: $1,900
Payment plans available