Welcome: Education

Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the gap between academic learning and the practical skills needed on the ground has become more apparent than ever. At AfCHCA, we understand the unique challenges healthcare administrators face—how to transform academic knowledge into real-world competencies that lead to success.

To address this, we are proud to partner with Global Health Executive Mentoring (GHEM), an esteemed organization committed to enhancing healthcare leadership through world-class educational resources. GHEM is our premier educational partner, offering meticulously curated content designed to empower both AfCHCA members and visitors.

Why GHEM?

Through our founding organization, GHEM, AfCHCA members gain exclusive access to:

internationally recognized coursework,
proven leadership development programs, and
global best practices adapted for African healthcare.

GHEM resources strike a perfect balance between academic rigor and practical relevance, ensuring healthcare professionals gain the skills necessary to navigate complex healthcare environments with confidence.

From leadership development to strategic management, GHEM’s content equips you with tools to thrive in a dynamic, ever-changing field. With GHEM, you’re not just learning—you’re mastering the competencies that make a difference in healthcare administration.

For Our Members

As an AfCHCA member, you gain exclusive access to GHEM’s full suite of resources and coursework through MOODLE, an intuitive and interactive learning platform. This partnership enables our members to engage with a wide array of topics tailored to their specific professional needs. By enhancing your leadership, management, and operational skills, you can immediately apply what you learn to your current role.

For Our Visitors

Not yet a member? We invite you to explore our free resources—a preview of the depth and breadth of content available through GHEM. These free offerings provide a powerful starting point for those looking to elevate their healthcare management expertise and experience firsthand the value of becoming an AfCHCA member.

Join Us

At AfCHCA, we are committed to closing the knowledge gap in healthcare administration. With GHEM’s support, we provide transformative educational experiences designed to empower you—whether you’re a seasoned professional or just beginning your career. Together, AfCHCA and GHEM offer the tools, insights, and community support necessary for you to excel.

Explore our resources, consider membership, and take the next step in your professional development journey.

Welcome to the future of healthcare administration education and Welcome to AfCHCA.

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global health executive mentoring (GHEM), inc.

about ghem

Global Health Executive Mentoring (GHEM), Inc., is proud to serve as the educational partner of AfCHCA, offering healthcare leaders across Africa access to world-class mentoring and training. GHEM is dedicated to equipping African healthcare administrators with the tools needed to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities within the continent's healthcare systems. Our tailored, practical approach to education empowers healthcare leaders to drive meaningful change, improve patient outcomes, and lead their organizations with confidence.

Through a combination of diverse learning formats, GHEM ensures that African healthcare professionals have access to the most relevant, up-to-date knowledge and skills needed for success in their roles.

cASE STUDIES

Real-world case studies provide practical applications of theoretical knowledge, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving. Learners engage with complex healthcare scenarios, developing strategies to overcome challenges.

lectures

Expert-led lectures offer foundational learning by delivering topic-specific information efficiently. Ideal for introducing new concepts and broad overviews, lectures provide a structured and time-effective approach to knowledge sharing.

seminars

Interactive seminars encourage discussions, debates, and Q&A sessions, allowing participants to dive deeper into topics. This format promotes collaboration and idea exchange, offering a more participatory learning experience.

workshops

Workshops provide hands-on, practical learning, ideal for mastering specific skills or techniques. Participants practice in real-time, receiving immediate feedback to strengthen competencies in targeted areas.

roundtable discussions

Roundtable discussions create a collaborative space where participants share diverse perspectives on complex issues. This format enhances communication, empathy, and networking, making it particularly effective for developing soft skills and building professional relationships.

cost

Attendance fees for GHEM events will be published well in advance. Recorded lectures and seminars will be available on the GHEM-MOODLE platform for flexible access to course materials.

ghem - moodle: empowering learning and professional growth

about ghem-moodle

Moodle is the Learning Management System (LMS) that hosts GHEM’s coursework, offering healthcare administrators across Africa a flexible platform for learning. Through the GHEM-MOODLE site, learners can access recorded lectures and seminars, engage in open discussions, and enroll in GHEM-developed courses and programs tailored specifically for healthcare professionals.

about the professors

While GHEM-MOODLE is not designed for live classroom teaching, learners can easily access information about course instructors on each program’s main page. All instructors are experts in their respective fields, bringing real-world experience and knowledge to help students succeed.

individual courses

All GHEM-MOODLE courses are designed with a clear focus on healthcare administration. For example, instead of offering general finance courses, we provide specialized options like "Finance for Healthcare Administrators." This ensures that every learning experience is directly relevant to the practical challenges faced by healthcare leaders, with case studies that reflect real-world scenarios—such as the impact of claim denials on accounts receivable.

Use of case studies.

GHEM courses leverage case studies to bridge theory and practice. Learners apply theoretical knowledge to complex, real-life healthcare scenarios, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This hands-on approach fosters a deeper understanding of the subject matter and prepares students for practical challenges in the healthcare field.

certificate programs

GHEM offers topic-specific healthcare certificates, such as the "Certificate of Completion in Healthcare Administration Finance." These programs provide learners with recognized credentials to enhance their careers, and GHEM is working closely with certification organizations in Africa and the EU to expand recognition of these credentials.

current trends and hot topics

GHEM adapts quickly to address both enduring healthcare challenges and emerging "hot topics." Whether it's patient access to care or the management of COVID-19 communications, GHEM provides timely seminars and lectures to keep learners informed and engaged in the most relevant issues facing healthcare administrators.

cost efficiency

GHEM is committed to minimizing costs for learners by promoting the use of open-source materials and discussion boards. Through our collaboration with SmartMedEduCare (SMEC), we emphasize freely available, high-quality educational resources, ensuring that students and professionals have access to valuable content without financial barriers.