What is the significance of AHE certification for Environmental Services professionals?

It demonstrates a proactive approach to minimizing hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) related to facility cleanliness

Certifications offered by the Association for the Health Care Environment (AHE) are aimed specifically at professionals managing the physical healthcare environment. Since cleanliness is directly linked to infection control—a major focus area during accreditation reviews—staff holding these specialized credentials show a proactive commitment. This commitment supports the rigorous execution of cleaning and maintenance policies, which is crucial for minimizing hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), a metric closely watched by accreditors. A hospital pointing to an AHE-certified supervisor proves a documented commitment to the execution of infection control standards.