ACHM Education & Training
Hyperbaric Medicine Education & Training
The American College of Hyperbaric Medicine supports professional education that strengthens clinical knowledge, patient safety, and evidence-based hyperbaric practice.
ACHM connects healthcare professionals with approved educational opportunities and provides a pathway for organizations seeking review and approval of qualifying hyperbaric medicine courses.
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Education Built for the Practice of Hyperbaric Medicine
High-quality education goes beyond lectures. ACHM believes education should integrate science, clinical experience, safety, and real-world application.
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Clinical Science
Understand the scientific principles and evidence that inform safe, appropriate use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
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Clinical Application
Apply knowledge to patient selection, indications, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary care.
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Safety & Operations
Develop an understanding of patient safety, chamber operations, emergency preparedness, and treatment delivery.
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Practical Clinical Judgment
Build the knowledge and professional judgment needed to apply education appropriately in clinical practice.
Education Built for the Practice of Hyperbaric Medicine
The American College of Hyperbaric Medicine supports professional education designed to strengthen clinical knowledge, patient safety, and the evidence-based practice of hyperbaric medicine.
For Healthcare Professionals
Find ACHM-Approved Hyperbaric Medicine Education
ACHM reviews qualifying educational programs offered by independent providers and identifies programs that meet its established educational requirements.
Explore current approved courses and connect directly with the organization providing each program.
For Education Providers
Seek ACHM Course Approval
Organizations providing hyperbaric medicine education may apply for ACHM review and approval of qualifying courses and educational activities.
For introductory hyperbaric medicine curricula, current ACHM standards include a minimum of 40 hours of training dedicated to hyperbaric medicine, compliance with applicable Medicare training standards, and significant emphasis on the clinical application of hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Learn about ACHM’s current approval criteria, review process, and how to submit a course for consideration.
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Who Hyperbaric Medicine Education Serves
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For Healthcare Professionals
Physicians entering the field or incorporating HBOT into established clinical practice.
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Advanced Practice Providers
Nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other APPs involved in hyperbaric and wound care.
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Nurses
Registered and hyperbaric nurses involved in patient care, monitoring, and safety.
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Hyperbaric Technologists
Professionals involved in chamber operations, treatment delivery, and safety.
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Wound Care Professionals
Clinicians whose work intersects with wound healing and hyperbaric medicine.
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Clinicians in Training
Residents, fellows, students, and others developing expertise in the specialty.
Current ACHM-Approved Education Providers
ACHM currently recognizes qualifying hyperbaric medicine education offered by independent providers including:
Education Is an Ongoing Professional Journey
Professional development continues beyond a single course. ACHM membership provides an ongoing connection to the organization and the broader hyperbaric medicine community.
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What is an ACHM-approved hyperbaric medicine course?
An ACHM-approved hyperbaric medicine course is an educational program offered by an independent provider that has been reviewed through ACHM’s Education Approval Process and determined to meet the applicable educational standards for that type of course.
For introductory hyperbaric medicine curricula, ACHM currently requires a minimum of 40 hours of training dedicated to hyperbaric medicine, compliance with applicable Medicare training standards, and significant focus on the clinical application of hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Does ACHM provide all of the courses listed on its website?
No. ACHM-approved courses may be provided by independent education organizations. Registration, scheduling, course delivery, and other program-specific details are handled by the individual provider.
Where can I find ACHM-approved hyperbaric medicine courses?
Current approved providers and educational opportunities are available through the ACHM-Approved Hyperbaric Medicine Courses directory.
Who is hyperbaric medicine education designed for?
Education may be relevant to physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, hyperbaric technologists, wound care professionals, clinicians in training, and other healthcare professionals involved in hyperbaric care.
What should high-quality hyperbaric medicine education include?
High-quality education should combine scientific evidence with clinical application, patient safety, chamber operations, emergency preparedness, multidisciplinary care, and practical clinical experience.
How can an education provider apply for ACHM course approval?
Qualifying education providers may submit courses for ACHM review. The Course Approval Process page outlines current requirements, documentation, review procedures, and submission instructions.
An ACHM-approved hyperbaric medicine course is an educational program offered by an independent provider that has been reviewed through ACHM’s Education Approval Process and determined to meet the applicable educational standards for that type of course.
For introductory hyperbaric medicine curricula, ACHM currently requires a minimum of 40 hours of training dedicated to hyperbaric medicine, compliance with applicable Medicare training standards, and significant focus on the clinical application of hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
No. ACHM-approved courses may be provided by independent education organizations. Registration, scheduling, course delivery, and other program-specific details are handled by the individual provider.
Current approved providers and educational opportunities are available through the ACHM-Approved Hyperbaric Medicine Courses directory.
Education may be relevant to physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, hyperbaric technologists, wound care professionals, clinicians in training, and other healthcare professionals involved in hyperbaric care.
High-quality education should combine scientific evidence with clinical application, patient safety, chamber operations, emergency preparedness, multidisciplinary care, and practical clinical experience.
Qualifying education providers may submit courses for ACHM review. The Course Approval Process page outlines current requirements, documentation, review procedures, and submission instructions.
Take the Next Step in Your Education
Whether you’re looking for hyperbaric medicine education or seeking ACHM approval for a course, choose the pathway that fits your needs.
Find ACHM-Approved Courses
Learn About Course Approval