The Certified Healthcare CPD Professional (CHCP) credential is a professional certification for individuals working in healthcare continuing professional development (CPD). The CHCP credential recognizes professionals who have demonstrated the knowledge and competencies required for practice in healthcare CPD by meeting established eligibility requirements and successfully completing the CHCP certification examination.
Certification Purpose
The purpose of the CHCP certification program is to establish and assess a defined standard of competence for professionals working in healthcare CPD.
The CHCP credential:
- Establishes a recognized standard of competence in healthcare CPD.
- Assesses knowledge and competencies identified through a national job analysis of healthcare CPD practice.
- Provides a consistent means of recognizing professionals who meet established eligibility and examination requirements.
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Why Earn the CHCP Credential?
Benefits to You
- Demonstrates achievement of an established standard of competence in healthcare CPD
- Provides professional recognition of your knowledge and competencies
- Authorizes use of the CHCP® designation while your certification remains active
- Includes listing in the official CHCP Registry
- Supports continued professional development and continued competence through recertification
Benefits to Your Employer
- Identifies professionals who have met established eligibility and examination requirements in healthcare CPD
- Supports consistent expectations for knowledge and competence among healthcare CPD professionals
- Recognizes employees who demonstrate continued professional development and engagement in healthcare CPD
- Supports workforce development and professional growth
- Demonstrates organizational support for professional certification and continued competence
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Your Pathway to CHCP Certification
- Review the Eligibility Requirements: Review the CHCP eligibility requirements to determine whether you meet the requirements to apply for certification.
- Apply for Certification: Submit the CHCP application and required information for eligibility review.
- Receive Your Eligibility Decision: Approved candidates receive instructions to proceed with examination registration.
- Register and Take the CHCP Examination: Register, schedule, and complete the CHCP examination during an available testing window.
- Earn Your CHCP Credential: Candidates who meet the certification requirements and successfully pass the CHCP examination earn the CHCP credential.
- Maintain Your Certification: CHCP certification is maintained through recertification every three years.
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Questions?
Contact us at acehp@acehp.org.