The American Society for Healthcare Human Resources Administration (ASHHRA) of the American Hospital Association (AHA) is the nation’s only membership organization exclusively dedicated to meeting the professional needs of human resources leaders in health care.
Founded in 1964, ASHHRA represents more than 3,350 human resources professionals across the nation. ASHHRA is governed by a 13-member board of directors, four standing committees, and more than 50 affiliated chapters who are all committed to enhancing the profession and moving forward toward one common goal – excellence in healthcare human resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who is ASHHRA?
The American Society for Healthcare Human Resources Administration (ASHHRA) – a personal membership group of the American Hospital Association (AHA), is the nation’s only membership organization dedicated exclusively to meeting the needs of health care human resources practitioners. ASHHRA is recognized as “the premier source of educational resources, industry research, HR tools, networking, and best practices for the health care HR professional. When you join ASHHRA, you are investing in your future while helping to advance the transformation of the health care HR leader.
Founded in 1964, ASHHRA represents more than 3,350 human resources professionals across the nation. ASHHRA is governed by a 13-member board of directors, four standing committees, and more than 50 affiliated chapters who are all committed to enhancing the profession and moving forward toward one common goal – excellence in healthcare human resources.
Vision Statement
By joining together, by raising our skills, and by speaking with one voice, we as ASHHRA members can enhance the well-being of our employees, our health care organizations, and the communities we serve.
- Our purpose: To establish the expertise of health care HR through our ability to learn and share knowledge, build relationships, and exemplify excellence.
- Our power: To influence and impact the future of the health care workforce and those they serve.
- Our promise: To keep in our minds and hearts the passion and commitment we have for our profession.
MissionStatement
ASHHRAleads the way for members to become more effective, valued, and credible leaders in health care human resources administration. As the foremost authority in health care HR, ASHHRA provides timely and critical support through ongoing learning and development, products and resources, and opportunities for networking and collaboration.
2. Who are ASHHRA's members?
ASHHRA has nearly 3500 members that are in the health care human resource profession.
• Gender: 61% Female – 39% Male
• Age: 72% of ASHHRA members are 45 years of age and older
• Education: ASHHRA members are highly educated – 67% hold a Master’s Degree or better.
• Geography: ASHHRA members represent over 2,560 of the nation’s 6,000 hospitals.
• Revenue: Just about half of ASHHRA members work within organizations with budgets greater than $100 million.
• Experience: 79% of ASHHRA members have more than 10 years of experience in human resources and most hold positions in director level and above.
3. Why should I join ASHHRA?
You and your organization will benefit from ASHHRA in many ways. As an ASHHRA member, you will:
- Energize your organization's people strategies through quality educational programs presented by top-tier health care HR executives
- Enhance your professional growth and development
- Expand your professional network
To learn more about what’s in it for you, click here for more information: http://www.ashhra.org/ashhra/membership/benefits.html
4. What are the benefits of ASHHRA membership?
- Educational Resources - The focus is on all resources, products, services and programs that help you enhance your professional skills and development, and assist you with becoming a well-trained leader in health care HR
- Tools & Resources - The products and services in this product line give you immediate access to all that ASHHRA has to offer via the interactive Web site. You can access industry based information, surveys, processes, and best practices to effectively manage the ROI of your organization
- Recognition and Awards - ASHHRA members are eligible for industry-wide recognition of individual accomplishments through the ASHHRA Awards Program
- Leadership Opportunities - A 13-member board of directors, including representatives from non-hospital healthcare, a hospital CEO, and a member new to the healthcare profession, plus the president, vice president, and immediate past president
- Several committees, subcommittees, and task forces on local and national levels.
- Joint membership in ASHHRA and SHRM
- Chapter Involvement: More than 60 state, regional and metropolitan professional organizations are affiliated with ASHHRA. Most ASHHRA officers and board members first gained national visibility by rising through their chapter leadership ranks.
- Access to benchmarking data, workplace best practices, research and other tools
- Educational events led by industry experts and thought leaders(most HRCI approved)
- Exclusive events for senior Health Care HR executives
- Online Career Center widely recognized as the source for top Health Care HR talent; posting of Health Care HR positions
- Volunteer opportunities which enhance your HR toolkit and expand your professional network while supporting ASHHRA's professional education efforts
To learn more about benefit’s of membership, click here for more information: http://www.ashhra.org/ashhra/membership/benefits.html
5. How much are dues?
Individual Membership
- ASHHRA Individual Membership– First individual employed by a health care institution $140.00
- ASHHRA Individual Membership– Second individual from the same health care institution $105.00*
- ASHHRA Individual Membership– Professional Consultant Member employed by a $270.00 (Non-healthcare institution, firm or company)
- ASHHRA Student Membership $ 50.00
- ASHHRA Retired Membership $ 50.00
Joint Membership
- ASHHRA/SHRM Joint Member– First individual employed by a health care institution $270.00
- ASHHRA/SHRM Joint Member– Second individual from the same health care institution $240.00
- ASHHRA/SHRM Joint Consultant Member - $415.00
Corporate Membership (for practitioner members only)
- Category I: Organizations with up to five members1 $500.00
- Category II: Organizations with 6 – 10 members2 $800.00
- Category III: Organizations with more than 10, call us at 312-422-3720 TBD
6. How do I join ASHHRA?
ASHHRAis simple! At that point, you can either join by phone, fax, online with a credit card, or via mail with a check/money order/credit card. Please click here http://www.ashhra.org/ashhra/membership/member_app.htmlto learn more on how to join or feel free to call ASHHRA staff at 312.422.3723.
7. What are ASHHRA's membership categories?
Practitioner – Granted to persons who have management or other professional responsibility for HR, personnel or employee relations function in a health care institution.
Consultant – Granted to consultants, whose primary function is human resources administration in consulting, recruitment, training and development.
Student – Granted to current full-time students who carry at least 12-hours a semester (must provide a transcript and student ID) and work less than 30 hours a week.
Retired – Granted to former health care HR practitioners and consultants that have retired from the field.
8. If I join today, when will I receive my membership information?
Please allow 2-3 weeks for membership information to be processed. If you have not received your new member packet within 3 weeks of submitting your application, please contact the ASHHRA offices at 312.422.3720 or email us at ashhra@aha.org.
9. Where do I find my membership number?
Your membership number appears on most mail you receive from ASHHRA. It is the number beginning with 000 above your name and address on the outside of each envelope. If you have trouble locating your membership number you can ASHHRA staff at 312.422.3720 or email us at ashhra@aha.org
10. How do I renew my membership?
Renewing your ASHHRA membership is simple! You will automatically receive an invoice when your membership is about to expire. At that point, you can either renew by phone, fax, online with a credit card, or via mail with a check/money order/credit card. If you have not received an invoice and it is time for you to renew your membership, please call the ASHHRA staff at 312.422.3723.
11. Is ASHHRA affiliated with SHRM?
ASHHRA and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), to become fully equipped with valuable information on human resources in general and the specialty of health care human resources. Joint members in ASHHRA and SHRM enjoy a $15.00 discount on the cost of SHRM annual dues. If you are already a SHRM member paying $160 and you choose to join ASHHRA at this time, you will have a common renewal date for both societies, and you will be able to take advantage of the SHRM discounted membership dues.
12. I am a certified HR professional. Do ASHHRA programs count toward PHR/SPHR/GPHR recertification credits?
ASHHRA is an approved provider authorized by the HR Certification Institute (HRCI). The majority of ASHHRA's programs count toward the PHR/SPHR/GPHR recertification.
13. What volunteer opportunities are available at ASHHRA?
ASHHRA members have plenty of volunteer opportunities to participate on a committee, lead or develop other HR professional, or help out at ASHHRA events. Volunteer slots are only open to ASHHRA members. Complete a volunteer form if you are interested. http://www.ashhra.org/ashhra/membership/files/volunteerinterestform0908.doc
14. What is ASHHRA the HR Leader Model?
ASHHRA created the HR Leader Model to identify the prerequisite core competencies for HR leaders in health care and is determined to support current HR professionals in bridging the gap to reach these competencies.
Click here for more information Download the HR Leader Model
15. How do I contact a Staff Member with further questions?
ASHHRA continues to bring you additional value for your membership. Please do not hesitate to share your comments and suggestions with us. Contact ASHHRA Staff at 312-422-3720 or at back to top
