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NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR
CAAHEP PUBLIC MEMBER COMMISSIONER
CAAHEP has an opening for a Public Member Commissioner who will also serve on the Board of Directors. This Commissioner represents the public interest related to the accreditation of health science education programs.
Public Member Commissioner Responsibilities
- Attends the CAAHEP Annual Business Meeting of the Commission, held each April virtually
- Participates in the business of the Commission, including:
- electing the CAAHEP Board of Directors,
- voting on CAAHEP Bylaws and changes to the CAAHEP mission and vision statements,
- approving new organizations for membership;
- recognizing health science disciplines; and,
- monitoring the Board of Directors to ensure quality and equity within the CAAHEP system
- Brings concerns about issues impacting the accreditation of academic programs to CAAHEP, especially concerns of the general public
- Participates as an observer in a CAAHEP accreditation site visit(s)
Board Member Duties
- Monitors accreditation actions with particular attention to due process issues
- Participates in the Board of Directors/Committee on Accreditation quality assurance processes
- Serves on the committee reviewing applications for the membership of a new Committee on Accreditation
- Serves on the panel for Open Hearings on Standards
Time Commitment
As a member of the CAAHEP Board of Directors, the Public Member will attend two in-person meetings of the Board (January and July) and nine virtual Board meetings each year.
The Public Member will review materials for Board meetings and the Commission's Annual Business Meeting. The Public Member serves on committee(s) of the Board, requiring attention to agenda items and meeting attendance. The Public Member may work on various CAAHEP task forces and be elected to an officer position on the Board.
Term of Office
The term of office of a Public Member Commissioner is three years, with a maximum of two consecutive terms. The Public Member Commissioner is elected by the CAAHEP Board of Directors.
Expenses
Expenses incurred by the Public Member Commissioner in attending Board meetings will be paid by CAAHEP.
Who May Not Serve as a Public Member
To be considered as a nominee for the CAAHEP Public Member Commissioner position, nominees may not have:
How to Apply
Nominations are open for a Public Member Commissioner until May 1, 2026. If you wish to nominate a qualified candidate or self-nominate, please complete the Public Member Nomination Form.
Please email any questions to nominatingelections@caahep.org or contact the CAAHEP office at 727-210-2350.
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