Alliance Recognition and Awards
CPD Forty Under 40
This esteemed recognition program is aimed at showcasing the outstanding contributions of the next generation in our industry. This initiative not only celebrates the remarkable work of young professionals but also serves as a catalyst to engage and inspire new, vibrant members within the Alliance community.
Winners of the CPD 40 Under 40 Award are celebrated at our Annual Conference and featured throughout the year via Alliance communication channels. This recognition will not only honor their remarkable accomplishments but also highlight their potential to shape the future of healthcare education. Click here to learn more about the nomination process, application and to review frequently asked questions.
2025 CPD Forty Under 40 Recipients
Annual Awards
Members of the Alliance are committed to the goal of improving patient care through health profession education—and many are engaged in educational activities that are innovative and exemplify the best practices of the field.
These individuals and projects are worthy of recognition, and the Alliance acknowledges such excellence through the Alliance Awards, which are presented during a ceremony at the Alliance Annual Conference.
Mentorship Lecture and Award in Honor of Frances M. Maitland
The Mentorship Lecture and Award in Honor of Frances M. Maitland recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a dedication to the professional development of others through mentorship, collaboration, and support. Learn more about the nomination, application, evaluation criteria and selection process.
Previous Award Recipients
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Competitive Award Categories
Excellence in Educational Design
Recognizes initiatives that demonstrate excellence in integrating these and other educational design principles into the design of interventions resulting in improvements in healthcare provider performance and in patient or population health.
Outstanding Outcomes in CE
Recognizes excellence in the design and implementation of outcomes assessment in CEhp.
Outstanding Educational Collaboration
Recognizes individuals and/or institutions for working jointly with others in an intellectual endeavor in the spirit of advancing the field of continuing education.
William Campbell Felch Award for Research in CE
Recognizes the best research project in the CE arena.
Click here to review frequently asked questions. Before submitting, please review the Tip Sheet.
To view Almanac articles of previous winning submissions, click here.
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Recognition Awards
Distinguished Member & Fellow Awards
Recognizing active participation in Alliance programs and events, these awards of distinction affirm Alliance members’ commitment to advancing the organization’s goals and objectives.
- The Distinguished Member Award is given in recognition of active member involvement in and major service contribution to the Alliance.
- The Fellowship Award is given in recognition of outstanding and meritorious service, long-standing membership, and active participation with the Alliance. Those who achieve this award are given the designation FACEHP (Fellow of the Alliance for Continuing Education in the Health Professions).
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.
Distinguished Member & Fellow Award Points Calculator
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Questions? Please email us at acehp@acehp.org or call (202) 367-1151.