Society for Healthcare Consumer Advocacy
 

 

SHCA New Member Quick Start

Welcome to the Society for Healthcare Consumer Advocacy, a dynamic and growing organization focused on patient's rights, ethics, patient satisfaction/measurement, and customer service in today’s healthcare facilities and hospitals. We are the heart of the hospitals, advocating in the name of the patient.

Step One: Register With SHCA Online

When you register, you'll gain access to the members-only areas of both SHCA and the American Hospital Association websites. Once you have registered, you will need to enter your user name and password to view members-only material each time you visit- so be sure to keep a written copy in your files.

Why is it Important to Register Right Away?
If you have not created or maintained your member account, you could be missing out on valuable member benefits. Most member benefits are communicated on the SHCA website or in e-mails; both of which you need a registered profile to fully access. This is why it's so important to keep a record of your profile user name, password, and membership number somewhere in your files for easy reference.

Step Two: Orientate Yourself to Your Member Benefits

The Society offers you a wealth of benefits to keep you abreast of the latest developments in healthcare while honing your professional skill set. SHCA has prepared a user-friendly presentation to briefly cover all those benefits you now qualify for as a memebr, as well as those optional benefits you can choose to receive as a Personal Membership Group of the American Hospital Association. Watch the 'Getting Started with SHCA' PowerPoint:

Step Three: Begin Using My SHCA Resources

Below you will find a comprehensive list of SHCA member resources only a click away. Please take time to browse through the SHCA website. Our site map is user friendly and we are always available to help you find what you may be looking for.

Click on any link below to learn more about your SHCA Member Benefits, many of which you can also find under the 'Resources' tab of this website:

SHCA Resources

  1. Request a SHCA Member Certificate or Download Your Own Copy
  2. Education Calendar
  3. SHCA Career Center
  4. Professional Links  
  5. 2009 Annual Conference
  6. SHCA Store

 

AHA Resources

  1. Subscribe to AHA News Now, electronic daily digest
  2. Subscribe to AHA Publications
  3. Use AHA Resources
  4. Visit the AHA Online Store

 

SHCA Invites You to a Free Webinar: New Member Orientation
Stay tuned for more details on the date and time

We are encouraging all SHCA members get the most out of your membership right from the start!

Our new members are encouraged to attend our upcoming New Member Orientation webinar. This is your opportunity to hear from the SHCA leadership, staff and familiarize yourself with the many benefits SHCA has to offer.

An informal presentation is given by SHCA leadership and staff, covering all you need to know to begin putting the power of SHCA to work for you. Topics covered include:

  • SHCA History, Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan – what does it mean for you?
  • Professional Development Opportunities - What's available, and how you can build your professional portfolio by participating in educational offerings and networking opportunities
  • Member Benefits: Discounts, Publications, List Serv, Communications, AHA Affiliation
  • Society Involvement – Committees & task forces; upcoming elections, chapters

Without a doubt, members are the source of our growth and development.  Thank you for your support.  We look forward to growing our professional network and providing you with the information you need in 2010 and beyond. 

Stay tuned for more details for the next.