Empowering Healthcare Education Excellence

Supporting the nation’s future healthcare workforce

Who is FASHP

Established in 1968, the Federation of Associations of Schools of the Health Professions (FASHP) is a collaborative network of 19 professional organizations. As the primary sources for the nation’s future healthcare workforce, they each serve as the 'cradle of their profession' to a combined 1.3 million students. The involved institutions form the foundation for healthcare delivery and innovation in the United States, providing the knowledge, skills and research that influence the future of our healthcare system.

Encouraging Collaboration

by facilitating relationships between health professions education organizations to improve education and healthcare delivery.

Advancing Policy and Advocacy

FASHP advances policy and advocacy by providing resources and expertise to policymakers to support health professions education and access to quality healthcare.

MISSION

Promoting Academic Excellence

by advocating for innovative curricula to prepare students for a broad range of healthcare roles and associated challenges.

Supporting Health Professions Workforce Development and Health Equity

FASHP supports health professions workforce development and health equity by addressing workforce shortages and promoting diversity in healthcare fields.