Carilion Recognized as a 2026 Training MVP

Key Points
• Carilion has been named a 2026 Training MVP by Training magazine, earning the No. 14 ranking among leading training organizations worldwide.
• Among health systems recognized, Carilion was the highest-ranked organization.
• The Training MVP Awards recognize excellence in employer-sponsored learning and development.
• Carilion also received an Outstanding Training Initiative Award for Crystal Spring Tower/Hospital of the Future efforts.

Our organization has been named a 2026 Training MVP by Training magazine, earning the No. 14 ranking among leading training organizations worldwide. Among health systems recognized, we were the highest-ranked organization, reflecting the strength of our commitment to workforce development and operational excellence.

The Training MVP Awards recognize excellence in employer-sponsored learning and development. Honorees are selected through a rigorous evaluation process that includes benchmarking data and narrative submissions assessing investment in learning, alignment to business strategy and measurable results.

Our application demonstrated how education initiatives advance system priorities, including quality and patient safety, patient experience, workforce development, access, performance and financial vitality. The submission highlighted clear, sustained operational impact and strong performance against national and international competition across industries.

In addition, Carilion received an Outstanding Training Initiative Award for comprehensive education and support of Crystal Spring Tower/Hospital of the Future efforts.

Join us in celebrating this achievement as a reflection of the dedication of Education & Organizational Development, our educational and operational partners across the organization, and all employees who advance patient care through education.

For more information and to review the full list of 2026 Training MVP honorees, visit Training magazine.