Our Accreditation Programmes

Structured programmes
for every healthcare
setting

From large multi-specialty hospitals to single-doctor clinics - UHAA offers accreditation programmes designed around India's real healthcare landscape.

Talk to an Expert
Home›Programmes
Find Your Programme

Find the Right Programme for Your Organisation

Select your facility type to explore the accreditation programme built for you.

Hospital Accreditation Programme

Comprehensive accreditation support for secondary and tertiary care hospitals - aligned with nationally recognised standards for patient safety, clinical governance, and quality management.

Who It Is For

  • Multi-specialty hospitals
  • Secondary care hospitals
  • Nursing homes with inpatient facilities
  • Teaching and research hospitals

What It Covers

  • Patient Care and Clinical Practices
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Medication Management and Pharmacy Safety
  • Facility Safety, Fire, and Risk Management
  • Governance, Leadership, and Accountability
  • Documentation, Medical Records, and Data Integrity
  • Quality Assurance and Performance Monitoring
  • Patient Rights and Ethical Practices

Programme Levels

Entry Certification

For hospitals beginning their quality journey - foundational standards compliance.

Full Accreditation

Comprehensive evaluation across all departments and clinical functions.

Excellence Accreditation

Advanced tier for institutions demonstrating sustained quality and innovation.

Validity:3 years, with a mid-term surveillance assessment at 18 months.

Clinical Laboratory Accreditation Programme

Accreditation support for diagnostic and pathology laboratories, ensuring rigorous quality systems, accurate testing processes, and patient safety in laboratory environments.

Who It Is For

  • Standalone diagnostic laboratories
  • Hospital-based pathology departments
  • Biochemistry, haematology, and microbiology labs
  • Point-of-care testing centres

What It Covers

  • Laboratory Quality Management Systems
  • Pre-analytical, Analytical, and Post-analytical Processes
  • Equipment Calibration and Maintenance
  • Reagent and Sample Management
  • Internal Quality Control and External Quality Assessment
  • Biosafety and Biosecurity Compliance
  • Competency Assessment of Laboratory Personnel
  • Turnaround Time and Result Reporting Standards

Programme Levels

Basic Quality Certification

For laboratories establishing foundational quality management systems.

Full Laboratory Accreditation

Complete evaluation across all testing and operational processes.

Advanced Laboratory Excellence

For high-volume or specialised laboratories demonstrating exceptional quality.

Validity:3 years, with periodic on-site and remote assessments.

Primary Care & Clinic Accreditation Programme

Tailored accreditation for single-speciality clinics, general practice centres, and primary care providers - making quality systems accessible and achievable at every scale.

Who It Is For

  • General Practitioners and family medicine clinics
  • Single-speciality outpatient clinics
  • Urban and rural primary health centres
  • Community clinics and health posts

What It Covers

  • Patient Registration and Triage Protocols
  • Clinical Examination and Diagnosis Standards
  • Prescription and Medication Safety
  • Referral Pathways and Continuity of Care
  • Infection Control in Outpatient Settings
  • Medical Record Keeping
  • Patient Communication and Consent
  • Clinic Facility and Safety Standards

Programme Levels

Clinic Quality Certification

Entry-level standards for small and medium clinics.

Primary Care Accreditation

Full evaluation for larger primary care centres.

Validity:2 years, with a self-assessment check at 12 months.

Ambulatory & Day Care Accreditation Programme

Structured accreditation for organisations delivering planned surgical, therapeutic, and diagnostic services in ambulatory or day care settings.

Who It Is For

  • Day surgery centres and surgical day care units
  • Endoscopy and procedure centres
  • Chemotherapy and infusion centres
  • Physiotherapy and rehabilitation centres
  • Eye care and dental surgical centres

What It Covers

  • Pre-procedure Patient Assessment and Consent
  • Surgical Safety Checklists and Protocols
  • Anaesthesia and Sedation Management
  • Post-procedure Monitoring and Recovery
  • Infection Control in Procedural Settings
  • Emergency Preparedness and Transfer Protocols
  • Discharge Planning and Patient Instructions
  • Equipment Sterilisation and Maintenance

Programme Levels

Ambulatory Quality Certification

Foundational standards for day care centres.

Full Ambulatory Accreditation

Comprehensive evaluation including surgical safety and patient outcomes.

Validity:3 years, with a mid-term audit at 18 months.

Specialty Centre Accreditation Programme

Purpose-built accreditation for specialised healthcare facilities - dialysis centres, oncology units, home healthcare providers, and more - with standards tailored to their unique care environment.

Who It Is For

  • Dialysis and Renal Care Centres
  • Oncology and Chemotherapy Units
  • Home Healthcare Providers and Agencies
  • Mental Health and Psychiatric Facilities
  • Blood Banks and Transfusion Services
  • Palliative and End-of-Life Care Centres
  • Reproductive Medicine and IVF Clinics

What It Covers

  • Specialty-Specific Clinical Protocols
  • Patient Safety Practices Relevant to the Specialty
  • Staff Competency and Specialty Training
  • Equipment and Supply Chain Management
  • Outcome Monitoring and Benchmarking
  • Patient-Centred Care and Communication
  • Emergency Management for Specialty Risk Scenarios

Programme Levels

Specialty Quality Certification

For centres at the start of their quality journey.

Full Specialty Accreditation

Comprehensive evaluation against specialty-specific UHAA standards.

Validity:3 years, with annual performance reporting.

Digital & Telehealth Accreditation Programme

India's healthcare is rapidly digitalising. UHAA's Digital & Telehealth Accreditation helps online and tech-enabled providers demonstrate credibility, data safety, and clinical quality to patients and regulators.

Who It Is For

  • Telemedicine platforms and applications
  • Digital health startups providing clinical services
  • E-pharmacy and online diagnostic services
  • AI-assisted diagnostic tool providers
  • Remote patient monitoring services

What It Covers

  • Telehealth Clinical Consultation Standards
  • Patient Identity Verification and Authentication
  • Data Privacy, Security, and DPDP Act Compliance
  • Digital Prescription and Electronic Record Management
  • Emergency Escalation and Referral in Digital Care
  • Informed Consent in Virtual Settings
  • Service Continuity and Platform Reliability
  • Patient Feedback and Outcome Tracking

Programme Levels

Digital Quality Certification

Entry-level for new digital health providers.

Full Telehealth Accreditation

Comprehensive evaluation including clinical and technical standards.

Validity:2 years, with a mandatory platform review at 12 months.
At a Glance

Programme at a Glance

Not sure which programme is right for you? Compare across key parameters.

ParameterHospitalLaboratoryClinic / Primary CareAmbulatory / Day CareSpecialty CentreDigital & Telehealth
Facility TypeHospitalsLabsClinics, GP CentresDay Surgery, InfusionDialysis, Home Care, IVFTelehealth, E-health
Programme Levels332222
Assessment ModeOn-siteOn-siteOn-site / VirtualOn-siteOn-siteVirtual + On-site
Validity Period3 Years3 Years2 Years3 Years3 Years2 Years
Mid-term ReviewYes - 18 MonthsYes - 6 MonthsYes - 12 MonthsYes - 18 MonthsYes - 12 MonthsYes - 12 Months
Training SupportYesYesYesYesYesYes
Mock AssessmentYesYesYesYesYesYes
Ready to Begin?

Ready to Begin Your Accreditation Journey?

Our team is ready to guide you - from your first enquiry to your accreditation certificate.

Request a ConsultationDownload Programme Overview