ISHE will be offering a conference call on August 25 at 3:30 for everyone interested in obtaining their CHFM certification.  This is especially important for those people who are considering taking the CHFM exam at the Midwest Healthcare Engineering Conference on November 2.  If you cannot participate in the conference call, be aware that applications must be received by September 21 - see below for more information.

The conference call will be moderated by Marlin Hook, CHFM and Tom Stewart, CHFM.  Call details are as follows:

Date:  August 25
Time:  3:30

Instructions:
Dial 1-800-882-3610
A recording will prompt you with instructions
Enter 1196427# (the pass code followed by the # key).  Enter the pass code slowly and deliberately.

*NOTE:  
The first person dialing into the call will hear a series of 3 tones and be placed in a silent mode.  Other parties will be joined to the call with an entrance tone.

*Problems: 
If you receive an invalid pass code response, disconnect and dial again. 
If you continue to receive an invalid pass code response, call the Chorus Call operator at 1-800-967-4633.
If you make a mistake - disconnect and begin again.

We look forward to hearing from you on the call.

A special administration of the Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) Examination is being offered by the AHA Certification Center at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2, during the Midwest Healthcare Conference. Interested individuals must apply by September 21, 2005. Walk-ins are not allowed to test. Begin by downloading the CHFM Candidate Handbook and Application from www.aha.org/certification (Click on the CHFM logo) or by calling AMP to order a copy. The Handbook includes eligibility requirements, a complete content outline for the Examination, sample test items, an application and instructions for completing the application.

Looking for study materials? Consider ordering the CHFM Self-Assessment Examination. Developed by the AHA Certification Center, the 100-item practice test mirrors the Examination in content, difficulty and cognitive level. For information on how to order, visit www.aha.org/certification.

As you know from attending last year’s Midwest Healthcare Engineering Conference, the knowledge and strengths you gain from attending the conference are unsurpassed. Don’t miss out on the savings you will receive by registering early by August 31. Click here to register today!

This year the conference promises:

• to highlight new developments
• to advise you of current industry updates
• to provide extraordinary access to industry resources
• to encourage the exchange of information among peers and prospects
• to inspire growth in the industry with new ideas and products

Take advantage of this opportunity to learn and grow at the most beneficial conference offered in the Midwest. Click here to register today!    

We look forward to seeing you at the upcoming events!!!

Have a great day!!!!