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NAHQ Achieves National Recognition with Two Prestigious Awards

The National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ) has recently announced the receipt of two distinguished national awards, showcasing its leadership and innovation within the realm of healthcare workforce development. The accolades include the 2026 ASAE Power of Associations Silver Award and a Silver Award from the Brandon Hall Group for Excellence in Learning and Development. This recognition highlights the significance of NAHQ's Micro-Credentials portfolio, which equips healthcare professionals with essential, job-ready skills.

These honors not only validate NAHQ's commitment to delivering high-quality professional development but also signify the practical impact these Micro-Credentials have on the healthcare sector, providing valuable skills for enhancing quality and safety.

Leading the Charge in Workforce Development

Tanya Dilulio, Chief Operating Officer of NAHQ, expressed pride in the recognition, stating, "These honors affirm that NAHQ's approach to professional development is not simply about delivering education, it is about translating healthcare quality standards and workforce needs into practical capabilities that professionals and organizations can put to work." Dilulio noted that the acknowledgment from prestigious entities such as ASAE and the Brandon Hall Group reflects the innovation and measurable outcomes of the Micro-Credentials.

The ASAE Power of Associations Awards focus on programs which illustrate how associations create meaningful impact, where recipients are assessed based on innovation, reach, and effectiveness. NAHQ's Silver Award is a recognition of its Micro-Credentials suite as a groundbreaking initiative addressing workforce challenges in healthcare quality. This robust portfolio aligns with the NAHQ Healthcare Quality Competency Framework™, the recognized standard defining necessary knowledge and skills for quality excellence.

Key outcomes highlighted in NAHQ's award submission included impressive Net Promoter Scores exceeding +50 across programs, overwhelming success among learners in meeting their educational objectives, and strong endorsement of the Micro-Credentials from experienced healthcare professionals. Such results emphasize the relevance and demand for these educational offerings within the healthcare space.

Recognition Across Learning Communities

The Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards celebrate organizations excelling in learning and talent development. Programs are appraised by an independent panel focusing on alignment with business needs, innovative design, user experience, and measurable results. NAHQ’s recognition as a Silver Award recipient underscores its Micro-Credentials as an essential professional development solution with demonstrable benefits for both healthcare professionals and the organizations they serve.

This award places NAHQ among notable organizations recognized from various sectors, from healthcare to higher education, and showcases its achievements in workforce and talent development.

Formal recognition for the Brandon Hall Group award will be presented at the upcoming Brandon Hall HCM Excellence Conference in January 2027, where NAHQ will be featured alongside other distinguished honorees.

Dilulio emphasized the collective power of strategy and evidence-based learning design, stating, "Ultimately, these awards are a reflection of what is possible when strategy, evidence-based learning design and collaboration come together. We are proud to be recognized both in the association community and by leaders in learning and development. Most importantly, we are proud of the difference they are making for the professionals who are advancing healthcare quality every day."

About NAHQ

The National Association for Healthcare Quality® (NAHQ) serves as a vital authority in advancing healthcare quality and safety. Through its Healthcare Quality Competency Framework™, NAHQ establishes and maintains the standard for necessary competencies in the industry. This expert-driven, validated framework is crucial for achieving measurable outcomes in healthcare quality and safety. NAHQ amplifies professional capability through its education, development solutions, and its accredited certification, the Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality® (CPHQ).

By supporting hundreds of organizations globally, NAHQ fosters a strong focus on quality workforces and cultures, driving healthcare excellence forward. For more information, visit NAHQ.org.