06/21/10 – Carr Recognized as CHC by the American Hospital Association

MINNEAPOLIS, MN, June 21, 2010 - The American Hospital Association (AHA) Certification Center is proud to announce that David Carr, CCM, CHC has earned the designation of Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC). The CHC is a national credential that distinguishes an individual as being among the elite in the critical field of healthcare construction.

“With over 37 years of experience on complex healthcare facilities, David is able to provide Knutson clients with a level of expertise few in the industry can match, stated Todd Schilling, Vice President.” Carr’s understanding of healthcare construction complexities has contributed to the successful completion of many projects during his 8-year tenure at Knutson.

To earn the CHC, an individual must satisfy eligibility requirements that incorporate a blend of professional experience and education, agree to adhere to the AHA Professional Standards of Conduct, and pass the CHC Certification Examination. The CHC Examination assesses knowledge required of a competent healthcare construction manager in the areas of Healthcare Industry Fundamentals; Planning, Design and Construction Process; Healthcare Facility Safety Additions & Renovations; and Financial Stewardship. The CHC Program supports the community of healthcare construction professionals and is designed to provide an objective and rigorous assessment of mastery of a well-defined body of professional knowledge. Additionally, certificate recipients demonstrate their continued professional development and commitment to the profession by maintaining the certification through participation in professional development activities.