The Alliance celebrates the individuals, teams and innovations driving excellence in healthcare continuing professional development (CPD). Through a range of award programs, we honor the commitment, creativity and leadership that shape our profession and improve patient care.
Applications for select Alliance Awards are now open through Thursday, Aug. 20, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Learn more about each award and access the corresponding applications below.
Award recipients are recognized at the Alliance Annual Conference and highlighted across Alliance communications year-round.
Apply To Be an Award Reviewer
The Alliance is seeking volunteers to review submissions for our competitive awards. We invite you to contribute to the Awards Committee by serving as a reviewer in one of the following categories:
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Excellence in Educational Design
- Excellence in Inclusivity & Equity in CPD
- Outstanding Educational Collaboration
- Outstanding Outcomes in CE
- William Campbell Felch Award for Research in CE
Reviewers can expect to spend approximately two to four hours evaluating submissions between Aug. 24 and Oct. 16. Your participation plays a vital role in recognizing excellence across our field.
Apply Now
Applications must be submitted by Friday, July 3, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
CPD Forty Under 40
The CPD Forty Under 40 program recognizes the next generation of leaders who are transforming healthcare education. This prestigious honor spotlights young professionals who demonstrate innovation, dedication and potential to shape the future of healthcare CPD.
Honorees are:
- Recognized at the Alliance Annual Conference
- Featured in Alliance communications throughout the year
Nomination Criteria
- Current Alliance members or members of a State Regional Organization (SRO)
- 40 years of age or under through Dec. 31, 2026
- Peer/colleague or self-nominations accepted
Application Requirements
- Completed nomination form
- Personal statement from the nominee
- Current CV/resume
Learn more about eligibility, nomination process, and FAQs
Meet the 2026 CPD Forty Under 40 Recipients
Mentorship Lecture & Award In Honor of Frances M. Maitland
This award honors a CPD professional who exemplifies mentorship, collaboration and a deep commitment to supporting the development of others in the field.
Maitland Award Application
Learn more about the nomination process, criteria and selection
Meet Previous Award Recipients
Competitive Award Categories
These awards recognize innovation, outcomes and collaboration in healthcare CPD program design and research:
Competitive Awards Application
Review FAQs
Review Submission Tip Sheet
Read past winning submissions in the Almanac
*Indicates awards have industry grant supported and non-industry grant supported categories.
Recognition Awards
These awards recognize long-term dedication and active involvement in Alliance programs.
- Distinguished Member Award: Given to members who have made significant service contributions and engaged actively with Alliance programs.
- Fellowship Award: Recognizes outstanding service, long-standing membership, and consistent leadership. Recipients are designated as Fellows of the Alliance (FACEHP).
Eligibility for these awards is based upon a numeric scale, where points are accumulated from a wide variety of member participation categories. A minimum of 30 points are required for the Distinguished Member Award, while 60 points are needed for the Fellow Award. Current Distinguished Members who seek the Fellow Award may apply 30 of their previously qualified points toward eligibility for Alliance Fellow.
Recognition Awards Application
Use the Award Points Calculator
Questions?
Contact us at acehp@acehp.org or call (202) 367-1151.