ACHS Improvement Academy Turns 10!

A growth and transformation story unfolds. 


In 2026, the ACHS Improvement Academy (IA) proudly marks 10 years of supporting healthcare professionals to lead meaningful improvement in quality and safety.   

What began as an initiative to strengthen improvement capability has grown into a vibrant learning community spanning organisations and countries. We are proud to celebrate the  subject matter experts, learners, partners, organisations, and the wider healthcare community that have contributed to our success and who will influence our future. 

Discover how quality and safety education is evolving at the Improvement Academy. 

10 Years at a Glance

2016
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Improvement Academy Launch in Melbourne

2016
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Inaugural flagship QIL program

2016
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Foundational quality and safety training

Advancing Healthcare Education

2020
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 Commenced online learning due to COVID-19

2021
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First Member Masterclass: Dr Brent James


2022
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On-demand e-learning course for NSQHS Standards

2022
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Complimentary member benefit training

2024
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Introduced QIL post-nominals for graduates

2025
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Launched Improvement Academy Affiliate

Our vision today and beyond

Our vision today and beyond
  • Today we offer expertise in emerging quality topics such as artificial intelligence, human factors and leading change.
  • 2026 and beyond: Develop partnerships with organisations to respond to challenges, champion innovation and support safer care with custom training solutions.

Over ten years, the ACHS Improvement Academy has equipped thousands of healthcare professionals with practical tools to improve safety, quality and outcomes. It is a powerful example of how education—when grounded in evidence and delivered with purpose—can drive lasting system wide impact.

Dr Karen Luxford, ACHS Group CEO

Connect and Celebrate with Us

If you have a story, experience or achievement to share from your time with the Improvement Academy, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us at improvementacademy@achs.org.au