Certified Healthcare Supply Chain Professional (CHSCP)

This certification equips healthcare professionals with advanced knowledge and practical tools in healthcare supply chain management. Participants will gain expertise in procurement, logistics, inventory control, supplier relationship management, data-driven decision-making, and regulatory compliance to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality patient care delivery.

• Supply chain managers and officers in healthcare organizations.
   
• Procurement and logistics specialists.
   
• Pharmacists and clinical staff involved in materials and inventory management.
   
• Healthcare quality and operations professionals.
   
• Administrators seeking to optimize organizational performance through effective supply chain practices.
   

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

1. Explain the core principles and functions of healthcare supply chain management.
    
2. Analyze and map supply chain processes to identify opportunities for optimization.
    
3. Apply best practices in procurement, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
    
4. Utilize data analytics and KPIs for strategic supply chain decision-making.
    
5. Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.
    
6. Implement strategies to minimize risks, reduce costs, and improve service delivery.
    
7. Lead improvement projects to enhance patient care through efficient supply chain operations.
    

• Overview of the healthcare supply chain ecosystem.
   
• Key stakeholders and their roles.
   
• Basic concepts: sourcing, procurement, inventory, and distribution.
   
• Impact of supply chain on patient safety and organizational performance.
   

• Strategic sourcing models in healthcare.
   
• Contract management and negotiation strategies.
   
• Vendor evaluation, selection, and relationship management.
   
• Managing group purchasing organizations (GPOs).
   

• Inventory classification (ABC/XYZ analysis).
   
• Demand forecasting and stock optimization.
   
• Warehouse management systems (WMS) and automation.
   
• Reducing waste and managing expiration risks in medical supplies.
   

• Transportation and distribution models in healthcare.
   
• Cold chain logistics for pharmaceuticals and vaccines.
   
• Role of technology: ERP, RFID, and barcode systems.
   
• Digital transformation and supply chain automation.
   

• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
   
• Ensuring compliance with local and international regulations (FDA, SFDA, JCI).
   
• Ethical sourcing and green supply chain practices.
   
• Disaster preparedness and emergency supply chain planning.
   

• Key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain efficiency.
   
• Data visualization and dashboard interpretation.
   
• Lean Six Sigma tools for process optimization.
   
• Continuous improvement methodologies in healthcare logistics.
   

• Knowledge Checks: Short quizzes after each module.
   
• Case Studies: Real-world healthcare supply chain scenarios.
   
• Final Project: Develop an optimization plan for a healthcare facility’s supply chain (inventory, cost reduction, or risk mitigation).
   
• Certification Exam: Comprehensive exam covering theoretical and practical competencies.
   

• Total: 30 Hours
   
  • 20 Hours of instruction (lectures + interactive workshops)
     
  • 10 Hours of practical assignments, projects, and case studies
     

• In-Person: Practical workshops and interactive labs.
   
• Online: Live virtual sessions and guided self-paced learning.
   
• Blended: Combination of on-site workshops and digital modules.
   

Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded:

Certified Healthcare Supply Chain Professional (CHSCP)
Issued by: American Institute of Medical and Administrative Sciences (AIMSM)