Academy of Hospital Administration Noida Certification National Quality Assurance Standards: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The programme runs for five days in physical mode at AHA House, Sector-62, Noida. It combines classroom instruction on MoHFW-issued National Quality Assurance Standards with virtual facility rounds and hands-on practice using quality tools applicable to district hospitals, CHCs, PHCs, and HWCs. The September 2026 batch runs from September 8 to September 12. Participants must attend all five days to qualify for the jointly awarded certificate.

Ans. The programme is designed for medical officers, nursing superintendents, quality managers, and administrative staff working in government public health facilities. It is also open to AYUSH graduates, MHA and PG Diploma holders in healthcare or related management disciplines, and nursing or allied health sciences graduates. Engineering or architecture professionals employed in hospitals may also apply provided they meet the stated eligibility criteria.

Ans. Yes. On successful completion, the certificate is jointly issued by the Academy of Hospital Administration and HN Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University. AHA, established in 1987, is an autonomous professional body and an advisory body to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, which lends strong institutional credibility to the certification in the public health sector.

Ans. AHA typically conducts multiple batches throughout the year. In previous years, batches were held in February, May, September, and December. The schedule for upcoming batches is published on ahaindia.org. Candidates may also contact AHA at +91-7827229979 or email ahaindia@ahaindia.org for the latest batch calendar and to confirm seat availability before registering.

Ans. The programme covers NQAS as issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, spanning DH, CHC, UPHC, PHC, and HWC standards. It also covers government health quality initiatives including LaQshya, MusQan, Suman, AEFI Surveillance, and the Kayakalp award scheme. Participants practise quality tools and participate in virtual facility assessment rounds that replicate real-world healthcare quality evaluations.

Ans. The programme is designed for working professionals in healthcare, and practical experience in a clinical or hospital setting makes the training significantly more applicable and impactful. However, published eligibility criteria focus on academic qualifications rather than a minimum number of years of experience. Graduates from Nursing, AYUSH, or allied health sciences who wish to specialise in healthcare quality management may apply and are advised to confirm eligibility with AHA directly before submitting their application.