CERTIFIED HEALTH

EDUCATION
SPECIALIST (CHES®)

EXAM APPLICATION
HANDBOOK
April 2024

Please read this handbook in its entirety

BEFORE completing the application.

NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR

HEALTH EDUCATION
CREDENTIALING, INC.
95 Highland Ave, Suite 150A
Bethlehem, PA 18017
Phone: 888-624-3248 • Fax: 800-813-0727
Website: nchec.org

Revised 10/4/2023
 Deferring/Transferring ....................................... 10
CONTENTS If You Do Not Keep the Appointment (No-Show) .10
In Case of Personal or Medical Emergency .......... 10
Welcome .............................................................................. 3 Summary of Cancellation/Transfer/
Reschedule Policies ................................................ 11
Organization Overview...................................................... 3
Preparing for the CHES® Exam ....................................... 12
Benefits of National Certification Through NCHEC .......... 3
Exam Format and Duration .................................... 12
The Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®)
Credential ........................................................................... 4 Exam Content ......................................................... 12
CHES® Exam Description ......................................... 4 Reference Materials ............................................... 12
Nondiscrimination/Fairness ................................. 4 Study Groups .......................................................... 12
CHES® Fee Schedule and Deadlines ................................ 5 What to Expect on Test Day .............................................. 13
Student Fee Discount .................................................. 5 Exam ID and PSI Test Center
Requirements ........................................................ 13
Payment Methods ..................................................... 5
Seat Assignments.................................................. 13
Applying for the CHES® Exam ............................................ 6
Tutorial .................................................................... 13
CHES® Exam Eligibility Requirements ...................... 6
Irregularities .......................................................... 13
Eligibility Guidelines .................................................. 6
Weather and Local or National Emergencies ....... 13
Prescreen Service ...................................................... 6
Security.................................................................... 13
Prescreen Schedule ................................................... 6
Examination Grievance.......................................... 13
Health Education Code of Ethics ............................. 6
Live Remote Proctoring...................................................... 14
Submitting an Application .................................................. 7
Overview……………………….………………….14
How to Apply .............................................................. 7
Technology Requirements…………………… 14
What Your Application Should Include .................... 7
Exam Results .................................................................... 16
Dates to Remember ................................................... 7
How the CHES® Exam is Scored ............................ 16
Incomplete Applications .......................................... 7
Receiving Your Results ............................................. 16
Making Changes to Your Application ...................... 7
If You Did Not Pass the Exam ................................. 16
Application Checklist ................................................ 7
After the CHES® Exam ...................................................... 17
Notification of Eligibility...................................................... 8
CHES® Certification .............................................. 17
If you are Ineligible for the CHES® Exam................. 8
Acceptable Use of Credential ................................. 17
Filing an Appeal Regarding Eligibility...................... 8
Maintaining the Certification.................................. 17
If You Receive 90-Day Eligibility ................................ 8
Disciplinary Policy ................................................... 17
Requests for Testing Accommodations ....................... 8
Health Education Code of Ethics ........................... 17
Scheduling Your Exam Appointment ................................. 9
Ethics Violations ..................................................... 18
Changes to Your Exam Appointment ................................ 9
Appendix A: CHES® Application..................................... 19
Rescheduling Your Appointment................................ 9
Appendix B: Confidentiality/Non-Disclosure
Cancelling/Withdrawing ..................................... 10
Agreement ....................................................................... 22

Please read this handbook in its entirety BEFORE completing the application.

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 ORGANIZATION
WELCOME
OVERVIEW
The National Commission for Health Education The National Commission for Health Education
Credentialing, Inc. (NCHEC) would like to thank you Credentialing, Inc. (NCHEC), founded in 1988 as a
for considering certification in the field of Health non-profit, tax-exempt organization, develops and
Education and Promotion. Recognition as a nationally administers national competency-based examinations
certified health education specialist (CHES®) will assist to entry- and advanced-level health education
you in whichever career setting you choose. specialists.
Certification defines your commitment to the field of
Health Education and Promotion and positions you
to continue your professional development while BENEFITS OF NATIONAL
upholding the national and international accreditation
standards that our credentials attest to.
CERTIFICATION
Certification is a significant achievement, and THROUGH NCHEC
validates the knowledge and skills you have obtained
through your academic preparation. NCHEC’s voluntary professional certification pro-
gram establishes a national standard for individual
health education practitioners. It is based on the
Eight Areas of Responsibility; a comprehensive set of
QUICK CONTACT Competencies and Sub-competencies that have been
verified by a job practice analysis. It differs from state
For general information about certification and local certifications and registries in that the
or exam applications: requirements do not vary from one locale to another.
tcole@nchec.org

To schedule, reschedule or cancel an exam National certification benefits practitioners and the
appointment you MUST: public by:

1) Notify PSI (nchec.org LOGIN – ❖ Establishing a national standard of

Schedule/Reschedule/Cancel or call 855- practice for all health education specialists
340-3713.)
2) Notify NCHEC at tcole@nchec.org or ❖ Attesting to the individual health education
call 888-624-3248. specialists knowledge and skills
For test site emergency closure information,
❖ Assisting employers in identifying qualified
visit
https://www.psionline.com/openings health education practitioners

❖ Developing a sense of pride and

MISSION accomplishment among certified
health education specialists
The mission of NCHEC is to
enhance the professional ❖ Promoting continued professional
practice of Health Education by development for health education
promoting and sustaining a
specialists
credentialed body of Health
Education Specialists. To meet this mission,
NCHEC certifies health education specialists, promotes
professional development, and strengthens
professional preparation and practice.
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 THE CERTIFIED HEALTH EDUCATION SPECIALIST
(CHES®) CREDENTIAL
Job Settings for CHES® and MCHES®
A CHES® is an individual
that has: Healthcare/Hospital

Government
1. Met required academic
preparation qualifications University

2. Successfully passed a Business

competency-based
Community/Non-Profit
examination administered
by the National Schools
Commission for
Health Education
Source: Health Education Specialist
Credentialing, Inc. Practice Analysis 2020 (HESPA 2020)

3. Satisfied the continuing Certified Health Education Specialists practice within varied settings
education requirement to across the country and overseas. The verified skill-sets of health
maintain the national education specialists are a valuable asset in a variety of career
credential settings, and denote competency, commitment, versatility, and
independent critical thinking skills.

CHES® EXAMINATION NONDISCRIMINATION/

DESCRIPTION: FAIRNESS
The Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®) NCHEC does not discriminate against any
examination is a competency-based tool used to individual on the basis of race, ethnicity,
measure possession, application and interpretation religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability,
of knowledge in the Eight Areas of Responsibility for
sexual orientation, status as a veteran, or
Health Education Specialists delineated by the most
current US-based practice analysis study. The exam other legally protected status.
reflects the entry-level Sub-competencies of
these Areas of Responsibility as found in A NCHEC’s adheres to a formal application
Competency Based Framework for Health review process in accordance with
Education Specialists 2020. established criteria. This process provides
assurance to the public that the eligibility
Consisting of 165 multiple-choice questions (150 review is impartial and fair. For more
scored and 15 pretest), the CHES® examination is information on NCHEC’s Nondiscrimination/
offered only in computer-based format at more than Fairness policy and procedures regarding
400 PSI test centers worldwide. Candidates are this policy, contact NCHEC at 888.624.3248
allotted 3 hours to complete the examination or email admin@nchec.org.
questions. Total seat time at PSI Test Centers and via
LRP, including tutorials and surveys, is 3.5 hours.

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 CHES® EXAM FEES

CHES® EXAM FEE SCHEDULE AND DEADLINES

The CHES® exam is offered in both the spring and fall (April and October)
for a period of ten days. Visit nchec.org/exam for future exam dates. The
current exam schedule is as follows:

*Fee is determined by the date of payment.

Exam Testing Window: April 18-27, 2024 Non-student Fee* Student Fee*

Early Bird Registration

$280 $230
Deadline: 11/1/2023-11/31/2023

Regular Registration
$340 $290
Deadline: 12/1/2023-1/31/2024

Final (Late) Registration $400 $350

Deadline: 2/1/2024-2/29/2024

Fees listed include a $100 nonrefundable processing fee for

those who do not meet the eligibility requirements or
choose to withdraw from the exam.

Applications must be submitted or postmarked

on or before the final deadline dates.

STUDENT FEE DISCOUNT* PAYMENT METHODS

Qualification for the student fee is determined by
enrollment status at the date you apply for the exam. NCHEC accepts VISA, MasterCard, Discover and
Enrollment in graduate or undergraduate courses of American Express. Payment must be made at the time of
9 or more semester credits (12 or more quarter hours) application. If paying by mail, NCHEC will also accept
qualifies an applicant for the student rate. Graduate U.S. checks or money orders. For questions about
programs considered “full time” at less than 9 credits application payments, contact admin@nchec.org.
require documentation of full time status as defined
by your institution. REGISTER BEFORE
11/31/2023 to receive the FULL STUDENT
DISCOUNT.

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 A maximum of 6 semester hours/8 quarter hours
APPLYING FOR THE may be from other courses that include elements
CHES® EXAM contained in the Eight Areas of Responsibility of
Health Education Specialists
✓ Course descriptions and syllabi may be
CHES® EXAM ELIGIBILITY provided to determine if courses are
eligible.
REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility to take the CHES® examination is based Note: minimum eligibility is a Bachelor’s degree.
exclusively on academic qualifications. An individual Associates degree-level coursework that has been
is eligible to take the examination if he/she has: accepted by a four-year or higher, degree-granting
university can be counted toward eligibility for the
A bachelor’s, masters or doctoral degree from CHES® exam.
an accredited institution of higher education;
AND one of the following: PRESCREEN SERVICE
An official transcript (including course titles) that If you are unsure of your eligibility for the CHES®
clearly shows a major in health education, e.g., exam, there is an optional “prescreen” service to
Health Education, Community Health Education, provide an eligibility determination. This option
Public Health Education, School Health Education, should ONLY be used if you are not sure you meet
etc. Degree/major must explicitly be in a discipline the eligibility requirements for the CHES® exam. If
of “Health Education.” your prescreen application is found eligible, the $25
OR prescreen fee will be deducted from the final exam
An official transcript that reflects at least 25 application fee and additional instructions will be
semester hours or 37 quarter hours of coursework emailed to you. If ineligible, course deficiencies will
(with a grade “c” or better) with specific be identified and guidance will be provided.
preparation addressing the Eight Areas of
Responsibility and Competency for Health If you are interested in taking advantage of
Education Specialists (see Eligibility Guidelines). the prescreening service, visit our Web
site, nchec.org/exam, and apply for the
ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES prescreen option online. You can also
contact NCHEC to receive a paper
Applicants for the CHES® exam will have at least 25 prescreen form.
semester hours/37 quarter hours of coursework (with a
grade of C or better) with specific preparation addressing PRESCREEN SCHEDULE
the Eight Areas of Responsibilities and Competencies for
Health Education Specialists. The following guidance is April Cycle: November 1 – January 31
offered to applicants without an earned degree in health October Cycle: May 1 – July 31
education seeking to qualify for the CHES® exam based on
the 25 hours of course-work requirement: HEALTH EDUCATION CODE
A minimum of 12 semester hours/18 quarter OF ETHICS
hours must be from process courses that
clearly align with the Eight Areas of NCHEC adheres to the Health Education Code of Ethics
Responsibility of Health Education Specialists. established by the Coalition of National Health Education
Organizations (CNHEO). See http://cnheo.org/ethics-
A maximum of 9 semester hours/14 quarter
of-the-profession.html. This policy serves as a central
hours may be from topic-focused courses that
include elements contained in the Eight Areas
guide and reference for all Health Education
of Responsibility of Health Education Specialists* in ensuring their day to day activities are
Specialists. in line with professional conduct and industry
standards.

*By applying for certification you are attesting

to reviewing and abiding by the Health
Education Code of Ethics.
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 documentation may result in suspension or
revocation of the credential or denial of
SUBMITTING AN eligibility for future exams.
APPLICATION DATES TO REMEMBER
Final application deadline/April exam: February 28
HOW TO APPLY Final application deadline/October exam: August 31

We recommend online applications for

expediency and allowing the applicant to
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS
track the status of the application. Incomplete applications will not be processed until all
To apply for the CHES® exam, visit necessary information is received by NCHEC,
https://www.nchec.org/ches-exam-application including payment. Exam fees are not refundable for
incomplete applications. NCHEC is not responsible for
Reminder: Enter your first and last name on the missing information, such as transcripts sent
application EXACTLY as it should appear on the separately. All documentation must be submitted by
CHES® certificate. It is your responsibility to final deadline. Delays may result in an automatic
notify NCHEC of any changes in name and/or transfer to the next exam date with an additional
address before taking the exam. $125 transfer fee. Please be sure to include all items
at the time of application.
WHAT YOUR APPLICATION
SHOULD INCLUDE: MAKING CHANGES TO
YOUR APPLICATION
• Completed application form
• Official transcript reflecting school It is the applicant’s responsibility to notify NCHEC of
name(s), degree(s), date(s) awarded and all any changes in address or contact information.
completed coursework (application cannot Address changes can be made by visiting our Web
be processed without a transcript). If sent site, nchec.org, and logging on with your username
separately, transcripts should be submitted no and password or by contacting the NCHEC at
later than 30 days after application submission admin@nchec.org or 888.624.3248. Please note
and prior to the final dead- line or you will be that if changes are not reported to NCHEC prior to
subject to increased exam fees. your exam appointment, you may not be able to gain
• Overseas transcripts MUST be translated entry into the testing center.
into American credits through a transcript
translation service before submitting your
application for review. APPLICATION CHECKLIST
• Application fee- The application fee For CHES® non-student applicants:
INCLUDES a $100 non-refundable
Transcript showing a minimum of a bachelor’s
processing fee (if the candidate is
degree with either a specific health education
found ineligible or with- draws from the
exam.) major OR with 25 credits specific to the Areas of
Responsibility for Health Education Specialists.
• Advisor Letter – This document is only
needed if you are currently a student. □ Application Form
The letter would need to be on school letterhead □ Application Fee
and contain your name, projected graduation
For CHES® student applicants:
date, degree program and that you are currently
a full time student. Transcript showing a minimum of a bachelor’s
degree with either a specific health education major
Exam applications, university transcripts, and any OR with 25 credits specific to the Areas of
additional supporting documentation become the
Responsibility for Health Education Specialists.
property of NCHEC. These items will not be
returned to the exam applicant or forwarded to a □ Application Form
third party. Note: Falsification of any □ Application Fee
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 courses in which the major emphasis was
health education. Support documents provided
NOTIFICATION OF by applicants will become property of NCHEC and
ELIGIBILITY not be returned to appellants.
6. The only additional information that may
be submitted after the initial filing is that
Applicants who have been determined to have fulfilled which is requested by the appropriate
the eligibility requirements for the CHES® exam will NCHEC decision making body.
receive an “Authorization to Test” (ATT) letter. This
Please visit this link for the full appeal
notification will be sent to your registered email
policy http://www.nchec.org/ches-exam-
address, and include instructions on how to
eligibility.
schedule your exam appointment You can
schedule your appointment online
www.nchec.org, and click Login or by calling the IF YOU RECEIVE 90-DAY
PSI support line at 855-340-3713. ELIGIBILITY
90-Day Eligibility is offered to students scheduled
IF YOU ARE INELIGIBLE to graduate within 90 days of an exam testing
FOR THE CHES® EXAM window. If you are 90-Day eligible, written
Ineligible applicants will be notified by email. If you verification from a faculty advisor assuring that
are found ineligible to sit for the CHES® exam, your you will complete all degree requirements within
application fee will be refunded, minus the 90 days of your exam, as well as an official
nonrefundable application processing fee of $100. transcript showing a minimum of 25 semester-
You can re-apply for the examination in the future, hours relating to the Areas of Responsibility for
should you complete the coursework necessary for Health Education Specialists needs to be submitted.
eligibility. You do have the right to appeal your 90-Day Eligibility Reminder: Test scores will not
denial of eligibility. be released until proof of graduation is received
FILING AN APPEAL REGARDING with an official transcript showing degree
conferred, or a copy of your diploma.
ELIGIBILITY
1. An appeal will only be considered if postmarked,
emailed, or faxed within thirty (30) calendar days REQUESTS FOR TESTING
following the email date in which the Appellant ACCCOMODATIONS
was notified of the adverse decision.
2. NCHEC strongly suggests appeals be sent by In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
certified mail or overnight courier service (such as (ADA), NCHEC will strive to ensure that no
FedEx) with return receipt requested. Appeals by individual with a disability is deprived of the
facsimile or email are accepted. opportunity to take the examination solely by
3. A fee of twenty-five dollars ($25) must be paid and reason of that disability.
is not refundable if the appeal is denied.
A candidate who has a disability may request
4. An appeal must be submitted in writing (preferably
accommodations and arrangements to take the
typewritten) to the NCHEC Executive Director who
examination. Such requests must be completed through
will, in turn, submit it to the appropriate NCHEC
our testing vendor, PSI, BEFORE you schedule your exam
decision making body. The appeal must contain appointment. Please start this process a minimum of 15
the original notification from NCHEC showing the days prior to your preferred testing date. Click on the link
date of the adverse decision. below to access the online accommodation request form.
5. The appeal should identify the adverse ADA request link.
decision being appealed and explicitly
state the reasons for the appeal. The Verification of disability is required. Documentation by a
appeal shall set forth any new or competent individual (e.g. physician) of a specific disability
additional information to be considered. must be submitted to PSI via the above link once your
To expedite the appeal process, applicants application has been approved by NCHEC. All requests
are encouraged to include course are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and are subject
descriptions, syllabi, and any other to approval. Test center personnel will be prepared to handle
pertinent information about specific approved accommodations.
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Note: Eligible candidates may NOT
schedule a test time/location prior to When scheduling your appointment with PSI, please
approval of accommodations. All requests be prepared to submit the following information:
for testing accommodations must be First and last name exactly as it appears on your ATT,
received 15 business days prior to the close
of the test window. NOTE: If your ID First and Last
Name does not EXACTLY match
the first and last name on your
SCHEDULING YOUR application, YOU WILL NOT BE
ADMITTED TO THE TEST CENTER.
EXAM APPOINTMENT which should match the unexpired, government-issued
ID you will use as proof of identity at the testing
NCHEC certification exams are administered in a
center. Military ID’s will not be accepted if testing
computer-based format through PSI, NCHEC’s test
via LRP.
delivery vendor, at technology-enabled testing
centers across the United States, as well as additional
Candidates will receive an appointment email
global sites. PSI is a leader in computer based
notice from PSI confirming their exam
test administration with best-in-class testing
appointment date/time, identification
facilities and a trained, fully certified testing staff.
requirements, and driving directions. To
schedule your appointment, go through
Once you have been found eligible to sit for the
www.nchec.org and click LOGIN, or call PSI
CHES® exam you will receive an “Authorization to
at 855-340-3713.
Test” (ATT) email which includes instructions on how to
schedule your exam appointment or by calling the PSI
support line at 855-340-3713.
CHANGES TO YOUR EXAM
Applicants are strongly encouraged to schedule APPOINTMENT
an exam appointment right away to obtain a
preferred test date, time and location. Do not wait
until the exam testing window opens to schedule RESCHEDULING YOUR APPOINTMENT
a time slot, as appointments are scheduled on a
first-come, first-serve basis. Should a candidate be We understand that schedules can change.
unable to schedule an exam appointment within However, this option is available and intended to
the exam testing window, fees will not be refunded be used only if you need to change your
or transferred. appointment time within the same testing
window. Please note that rescheduling is NOT the
It is the responsibility of the candidate to confirm the same as transferring your exam cycle.
correct date and time of the scheduled exam • Rescheduling your testing appointment can
appointment. NCHEC will not be able to reschedule be completed by contacting PSI 48 hours or
missed appointments. Candidates are asked to arrive more prior to your scheduled exam
at least a minimum of 30 minutes prior to your exam appointment
time to allow for check-in.
• Requests less than 2 calendar days prior
Testing accommodations must be approved in advance to the scheduled appointment will not
by PSI. (See Appendix C: Testing Accommodations be granted and will be treated as a No-
Form, page 20). Eligible candidates may NOT Show (see page 11.)
schedule a test time/location through PSI until all
accommodations documents have been submitted If a candidate is unable to test during the
and approved by PSI. All requests for testing scheduled exam testing window and fails to
accommodations must be received 15 days prior to reschedule, fees will not be refunded except in
the preferred testing date. the case of a medical or personal emergency.
In the case of such an emergency, supporting
documentation will need to be supplied to
NCHEC within 30 days after your scheduled
exam test date.
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 IF YOU DO NOT KEEP THE
APPOINTMENT (NO-SHOW)
CANCELLING/WITHDRAWING If you do not take the exam on the scheduled
This option is available and intended to be used if you date, arrive to the testing center after your
are not anticipating taking the exam in the scheduled exam time, did not cancel or
future. Cancellation requests must be submitted in reschedule within the required time frame, or
writing directly to NCHEC. Requests must be never scheduled an appointment, you are
received no later than the final registration considered a “No-Show.” As NCHEC must pay for
deadline of February 29, 2024. You will be refunded each candidates scheduled seat, you would forfeit
the exam fee minus the $100 nonrefundable all exam registration fees as a No-Show. Please
processing fee. If NCHEC does not receive make sure to schedule your appointment ahead
notification that you have withdrawn/cancelled and arrive on time to avoid becoming a No-
before the final registration deadline, candidates Show.
will automatically be considered a “No-Show” and all
registration fees are forfeited. If you have scheduled “No-Show” candidates can register for the next
an exam appointment, you must cancel this exam testing window for an additional $150
appointment through PSI as well. rescheduling fee. This reduced fee is only
valid for the next scheduled exam date:
thereafter, full registration is required.
DEFERRING/TRANSFERRING NCHEC will send new registration instructions for
This option is available for candidates who wish to the next scheduled exam testing window within 30
days from the closing of the current exam testing
reschedule/transfer/defer to the next exam testing
window. Unexpected circumstances will be
window.
considered and fee waiver requests will be reviewed
Step 1. If you have a scheduled appointment, you for medical or personal emergencies as described
must first cancel your appointment through the below.
PSI website portal or hotline, before the final
registration deadline of 2/29/2024.
Step 2. You must then submit a written request IN CASE OF PERSONAL OR
(email acceptable) directly to NCHEC, no later than MEDICAL EMERGENCY
the final registration deadline for the exam testing
window in which you applied or registered. The fee to For the purpose of the NCHEC certification
transfer/defer to the next exam testing window is programs, medical or personal emergencies are
$125. defined as un- planned events affecting the
candidate or immediate family member(s)
Important note: Please make sure to follow this two- (spouse, child or parent), which arise within five
part process carefully for a successful transfer. If both days of the scheduled exam appointment and
steps are not completed within the necessary prevent the candidate from taking the exam, or
timeframe, candidates will move into the “No-Show” from rescheduling or cancelling an exam
category, as outlined below, and registration fees are appointment.
forfeited.
An event that can be anticipated cannot be
Refunds are only available for the exam cycle considered a medical or personal emergency.
in which you first applied. Refunds on A candidate’s inability to take the exam due to
previously transferred exam appointments work commitments or insufficient or inappropriate
are not available. preparation cannot be considered a personal
emergency.

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SUMMARY OF CANCELLATION/TRANSFER/RESCHEDULE POLICIES

Category Explanation Guidelines Refund or additional fees

Reschedule Changed your exam date 2 days or more before No additional fees
within the exam testing scheduled exam date
window

Cancel or Withdrew from your exam On or before Full exam fee less $100
Withdraw Late Application Deadline non-refundable application
fee

Withdrew from your exam After Late Application No refund.

Deadline Forfeit exam fees

Defer or Transferred to next exam By final registration No refund. Additional fee

Transfer cycle deadline for the testing of $125 payable in next
window in which you cycle
applied or registered

No Show No-Show candidate Did not appear for exam No refund. Forfeit exam
on scheduled date fees. Can retest in next
exam cycle only for $150
Transferred to the next payable at next cycle
exam cycle after the final
registration deadline for
the exam testing window
in which you applied or
registered.

Arrived at the test center

after your scheduled exam
time
Did not have proper
identification

Did not schedule an exam

appointment

Emergency Medical or personal Case by case basis Transfer to next exam with
emergency proper documentation fee
may be waived in
extenuating situations

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 EXAM CONTENT
PREPARING FOR THE The CHES® examination is based on the entry-level
CHES® EXAM Areas of Responsibilities, Competencies and Sub-
competencies delineated by the Health Education
Specialist Practice Analysis HESPA II 2020 Eight
Areas of Responsibility. The exam is weighted in
EXAM FORMAT AND DURATION the following Eight Areas of Responsibility:

The CHES® exam consists of 165 multiple choice (four-

response) questions; 15 of the items are used as
Eight Areas of Responsibility of % Questions on
pretest items and do not contribute to the final score
Health Education Specialists 2023 CHES® Exam
on each exam. The candidate is not told which items I. Assessment of Needs and Capacity...17%
are being pretests and which items are being II. Planning .............................................. 14%
scored. Each question contains four possible multiple III. Implementation ................................ 15%
choice answers; only one answer is correct. Exams are IV. Evaluation and Research .................... 12%
delivered only in a computer based format available
V. Advocacy ............................................ 12%
at PSI test centers. Candidates are allotted 3 hours
to complete the exam. Considering the tutorial, VI. Communication ................................ 12%
consent and post exam survey, the duration of the VII. Leadership and Management .............. 6%
exam appointment is a maximum of 3 hours and 30 VIII. Ethics and Professionalism................. 12%
minutes.

REFERENCE MATERIALS
Test Center
NCHEC publishes optional study materials to help
Introduction and Tutorial 10 minutes* you prepare for the exam. The materials available for
purchase are The Health Education Specialist: A
Companion Guide for Professional Excellence, 8th
Exam 3 hours
edition. Visit nchec.org/publications to order study
(180 minutes)
materials. A suggested list of additional publications
Satisfaction Less than 10
is available at nchec.org/ches-studying-for-exams.
Survey/Completion minutes*
Notice
*These are estimated timeframes
STUDY GROUPS
You may want to contact the nearest college or
Each section shows a countdown timer on the screen, university with a health education department or visit
and each section is separate and time-independent. our Web site at nchec.org/ches-studying-for-exams to
Minutes do not roll over. For instance, if a determine if there is a CHES® exam review session
candidate spends less time in the introduction, extra offered near you. It is important to remember that the
minutes are not rolled over to the exam portion. exam is national in scope. You are encouraged to
For your convenience, Appendix B provides the text keep your resources broad and use your own text
of the Non- Disclosure/Confidentiality Agreement books as well as others. Remember that the study
you will be asked to agree to prior to taking the guide should not be your sole source of information.
exam. Please review it prior to your exam date so
that you do not require more than two minutes to
respond, as your test will timeout and may not be
able to be restarted.

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 TUTORIAL
WHAT TO EXPECT Before you begin testing, you can walk through a
ON TEST DAY 10-minute tutorial on how to use the system. This
tutorial time is not part of your testing time.

EXAM IDENTIFICATION AND IRREGULARITIES

PSI TEST CENTER Irregularities observed or suspected by PSI staff may
REQUIREMENTS result in your removal from participation in the test or
The NCHEC certification exams are administered in invalidation of your score. NCHEC reserves the right to
highly secure PSI testing centers. All exam investigate each incident of misconduct or irregularity. PSI
candidates will be required to provide proof of identity has outlined guidelines for conduct in their test centers
with an unexpired original government-issued photo on their web site:
ID with signature, such as a driver’s license, a https://test-takers.psiexams.com/nchec.
passport or military ID. The name and photo on the
primary ID must exactly match the name on the WEATHER & LOCAL OR
candidate’s Authorization to Test notice (ATT). NATIONAL EMERGENCIES
If there is severe weather or a local or national
PSI security protocols and a video emergency near the testing center, check online at
regarding what to expect on test day can
https://www.psionline.com/openings for updates on
be viewed at
closures. In the event that PSI cancels an exam due to
PSI Test Center Experience severe weather or a local or national emergency, you
will not be assessed a rescheduling fee.
On exam day: Arrive at the test center at least 15
minutes before your scheduled testing time to check SECURITY
in. If you arrive late, you will not be permitted into the Candidates will have a total of three (3) hours to
testing room, and your exam fees will not be complete 165 questions in the CHES®/MCHES®
refunded. You must have an acceptable form of examination, which will include an optional 10 min
identification upon arrival. break midway through the examination. Both CHES®
and MCHES® examinations are offered in three
Items not permitted in the Testing Room: books, blocks; block 1, which contains questions 1 to 83,
papers, calculators, reference material, food and block 2 which contains the optional 10-minute
(including beverages), cell phones, electronic and break and block 3 which containg questions 84 to
smart devices, smoking or visitors. Scratch paper for 165.
making notations during the exam will be
Before candidates complete the first block (questions 1
provided by PSI staff.
to 83), a candidate can go back and check/change any
Note: calculators are provided within the answer in that block. After question 83, a candidate
computer testing device; candidates may not can begin the second block which is an optional 10-
bring their own calculators. Prior to taking minuete break. Once the third block has begun, a
the examination, you will be asked to confirm candidate can only access/change answers in the third
block (questions 84 to 165).
your agreement that you will not disclose,
Candidates will be given an opportunity to take an
reproduce, communicate, copy, transmit, or
optional 10-minute break midway through the
in any way distribute exam items (See
examination and if a break is taken, will require
Appendix B).
additional security screening before proceeding to the
second block of the exam. The 10-minute break time
SEAT ASSIGNMENTS is deducted from the total test time. Following the
PSI staff will escort you to your testing station. There break, CHES® and MCHES® candidates will gain
will be a timer on your screen that will show you the access to the second block of the exam, but will not
time remaining in your test session. PSI will supply be able to access the first block of exam questions.
you with noise-reducing headphones or earplugs as No part of the exam may be copied or reproduced in
available. part or in whole by any means whatsoever, including
memorization. Candidates may not solicit questions or
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discuss items that were on previous exams with BREAK POLICY
other NCHEC candidates or individuals who hold the
CHES® credential. Candidates are required to sign an The CHES exam allows for one 10-minute optional
affirmation and agreement statement on the break during the exam. Please note that your exam
application and a confidentiality agreement at the clock will continue to run while you are on
time of taking the exam. Violation of the break.
affirmation and agreement may result in suspension
or revocation of the CHES® credential from those EXAMINATION GRIEVANCE
who have received it, or suspension and/or denial of
eligibility for future exams. Any complaints regarding testing conditions or
irregularities must be submitted in writing within two
weeks after the examination date. We value feedback
to help us provide a comfortable exam
environment.

EXAMINATION MODALITY
PSI Testing Centers
Live Remote Proctoring via PSI Bridge
Candidates must select one option (brick and mortar PSI
Test Center OR Live Remote Proctoring).

LIVE REMOTE PROCTORING

LIVE REMOTE PROCTORING OVERVIEW LRP BREAK POLICY

Live Remote Proctoring through PSI’s remote • Exam allows for one 10-minute optional
assessment platform, known as PSI Bridge, gives unscheduled break.
candidates access, allowing them to test from home • Candidate is not permitted to leave camera view
with an internet-enabled location, where they must without first notifying the Proctor.
provide a computer with a camera, microphone, and
an internet connection. It is an easy to use platform, • Failure to inform the Proctor prior to taking a
and allows the same standard security procedures as break or failure to return on time may result in
implemented in PSI’s global test center network. PSI an inability to complete your exam.
Bridge is both Windows and MacOS compatible. PSI
Bridge includes:
• 100% live-monitoring • Upon return, a full security scan will be
conducted prior to resuming exam.
• Comprehensive 360 degree environmental
readiness checks • Following the break, CHES® and
• Live security agents MCHES® candidates will gain access
• Proactive protocols (i.e. device checks) to the second section of the exam,
but will not be able to access the
CLICK HERE to review the Online Proctor User Guide first section of the exam.
to learn more about Live Remote Proctoring and
the regulations regarding your testing environment. • Please note: exam time will continue to run while
Please refer to the NCHEC website for a list of the on break.
exam violations.

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 TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS FOR LRP
Eligible candidates interested in testing using the Systems Compatibility Check. This tool provides verification that the
LRP platform, must first perform a technology and test taker meets the minimum specifications of:
environment check, using PSI’s utility tool called the

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Windows 10, Windows 11
*Not Supported: Windows 10s; Windows 10 in S-Mode, and Windows
11 in S-Mode, or Windows Enterprise (all versions)

Operating System PSI Bridge is NOT supported on tablets or mobile devices, and
(64-bit only) Chromebook is not a supported device.
MacOS 14 (Sonoma) MacOS 12 (Monterey), MacOS 13 (Ventura)
Ubuntu 18.04, 20.04**, 22.04
Do run a system compatibility check before taking the exam.

Do ensure you have administrative permissions on your computer.

For the best user experience, please use the latest version of the
Chrome browser. NCHEC highly recommends using a personal
computer (not issued by your employer, school, or organization).
Firewalls and security settings from employer-issued and school-
issued computers may prevent the PSI software from operating
properly.
Screen Resolution * Recommended 1920x1080 or higher
Minimum 300kbps download and upload speed.
Bandwidth
Check the connection through https://video-diagnostics.twilio.com/

Must be functional and turned on throughout the entirety of the

online exam, inclusive of security check, check-in and during the
exam.
Microphone NOTE: Headphones/ear buds should not be used and removal could
be requested. Use of either could result in check-in delays and
resubmission of check-in.
Camera must be capable of a 360-degree scan of the test room
Have an external camera ready if you are using a desktop
Camera Must be available for testing; functional and turned on throughout
the entirety of the online exam, inclusive of security check, check-in
and during the exam.

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Note: If candidates do not pass the systems compatibility check before scheduling a live
remote proctored exam, they must take their exam at a brick and mortar PSI Test Center.

Figure 1. Live Remote Proctoring (LRP) Process for NCHEC-Approved Candidates

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 EXAM RESULTS

HOW THE CHES® EXAM IS SCORED RECEIVING YOUR CHES® EXAM RESULTS:
CHES® exam candidates will receive an email notification
NCHEC has used the Modified Angoff method and
of provisional results as “pass/did not pass status” after
variations of this method to set the passing point for
exiting the exam. Provisional results are provided as a
the CHES® examination. The Modified Angoff method
convenience to the examinee and examinees’ official
is the most widely used criterion-referenced passing
scores may differ from their provisional results.
point technique within the credentialing industry and Additional evaluation of the functioning of all exam
is based on the judgment of content experts regarding items is done during and at the close of each exam
the expected test performance of candidates who are testing window. This additional review is to ensure that
just qualified. This criterion-referenced procedure sets all examinees are evaluated accurately and fairly.
the performance standard before the examination is Candidates will receive an official scaled score report
taken by candidates. Therefore, this standard is showing each candidate’s overall pass/fail status, as well
independent of examinee performance. Essentially, as diagnostic information about the candidate’s
this method allows subject-matter experts to establish performance in each area of responsibility or domain. A
a consistent level of knowledge that is expected of diagnostic level of “proficient,” “moderately proficient,”
professionals who are just qualified for certification. or “below proficient” will be presented for each Area of
There is also no penalty for guessing on an item on Responsibility. To protect confidentiality results will
the exam. The results are reviewed by NCHEC and a not be provided by e-mail, phone or fax.
final standard is set. This standard is upheld on every
subsequent form of the CHES® examination using a
statistical process called equating. Although all NOTE: Candidates who applied under the
examination forms are based on the same test 90-Day eligibility option must provide proof
blueprint and are carefully constructed to have similar of graduation before they will receive exam
difficulty levels, slight differences in difficulty are scores, certificate, or certification number.
unavoidable. To ensure that candidates who take an
easier or more difficult form of the examination do not
have an advantage or disadvantage, equating is used
to adjust the passing point for the difficulty level of the
form.
For more information about NCHEC exams and pass
rates, please visit https://www.nchec.org/ches-exam-
background-and-scoring.

IF YOU DO NOT PASS THE EXAM

If you do not pass the CHES® exam, you may not
choose to retest during the current exam cycle.
However, you may retake it in the next consecutive
exam cycle, at a reduced rate. This reduced rate is
only available to you in the next consecutive exam
cycle. If you chose to retest in a cycle beyond the
next available exam, you will need to pay the full
exam fee and resubmit your application. There is
no limit to the amount of times you can take the
CHES® examination. Remediation after multiple
unsuccessful attempts is highly encouraged.

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 DISCIPLINARY POLICY
AFTER THE By applying for certification or recertification, Health
CHES® EXAM Education Specialists recognize the authority of
NCHEC to apply the Health Education Code of Ethics
(see section below) to those certified. If disciplinary
CHES® CERTIFICATION actions are recommended as a result of an ethics
investigation, the accused will be given full due
By passing the exam, you become a Certified Health
process, including an appeal.
Education Specialist (CHES®) and earn the honor of
using this credential. Each CHES® will receive a
A Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®)
certificate suitable for framing. A wallet-sized
certification may be suspended or revoked for
identification card is available to print through your
online account; a hard copy is available upon reason(s) deemed appropriate by NCHEC
request. If you applied under the 90-Day option including, but not limited to, the following:
you must submit proof of graduation before you 1. Falsification of the certification application
can become certified and receive your exam
results. 2. Falsification of any information requested by
NCHEC
ACCEPTABLE USE OF CREDENTIAL 3. Misrepresentation of certification status
After receiving official notification of passing the 4. Cheating (or reasonable evidence of intent to
CHES® examination, the designation (CHES®) may be cheat) on the examination
used only as long as certification remains valid and
in good standing. Certified individuals must comply 5. The conviction or plea of guilty or plea of nolo
with all re-certification requirements to maintain use contendere to a felony in a matter related to the
of the respective credential and its associated practice of, or qualifications for, professional
acronym. Certified individuals may not make activity
misleading, deceptive, or confusing statements
6. Gross negligence or willful misconduct in the
regarding their certification status. If an individual
performance of professional services, or other
allows their certification to fall into lapsed/expired
unethical or unprofessional conduct based on
status, he or she must immediately discontinue use of
demonstrable, verifiable, and serious violations
the associated acronym and is prohibited from stating
of the Health Education Code of Ethics
or implying certification is current.

MAINTAINING THE CERTIFICATION HEALTH EDUCATION

CODE OF ETHICS
The CHES® certification is valid for a period of five
years. All CHES® must renew their credential annually, The health education profession is dedicated to
and recertify every fifth year. Renewal requires paying excellence in the practice of promoting individual,
the annual renewal fee. Recertification requires family, and organizational and community health.
accruing a total of 75 Continuing Education Contact The Health Education Code of Ethics provides a basis
of the shared values of practicing health education
Hours by the end of the fifth year. It is recommended
specialists. The responsibility of all CHES® is to
that CHES® accumulate a minimum of 15 hours each
aspire to the highest possible standards of conduct
year. A Renewal/Recertification Policies and Procedures and to encourage the ethical behavior of all those with
booklet is available on our website at whom they work.
nchec.org/renewal-and-certification.
Please refer to the full Health Education Code of Ethics
on nchec.org/code-of-ethics for more information on
all Articles of Responsibility.

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ETHICS VIOLATIONS
1. Complaints regarding possible ethics 5. The investigation may require procuring
violations of a CHES®/MCHES® must be sub- additional materials and interviews with
mitted in writing to the NCHEC Executive relevant people.
Director. The complaint must include the
accuser’s name and contact information. 6. If it is determined that there was a bona fide
Individuals bringing complaints are not entitled violation of ethics, the consequences can
to any relief or damages by virtue of this range from a letter of reprimand with warning,
process, although they will receive notice of the requiring the accused to complete an
actions taken. educational intervention on ethics,
suspension, or revocation of the
2. Complaints will undergo an administrative certification. Complainant and the certificant
review of documentation by the Disciplinary will be notified of the final decision of the
Committee of the NCHEC Board of Disciplinary Committee.
Commissioners within 30 days of receipt by
NCHEC to determine if the alleged action falls 7. Every effort will be made to reach a decision
within the scope of disciplinary policy and in a timely manner; however, extended time
warrants investigation. may be needed to ensure full due process.
3. The accused will be notified in writing of 8. Actions taken do not constitute enforcement of
complaint within 14 days after the the law, although referral to appropriate
administrative review. Further, in the absence federal, state, or local government agencies
of unusual circumstances, the accused will may be made about the conduct of the
receive the original complaint and certificant in appropriate situations.
documentation including the name of the
accuser. 9. NCHEC will publish suspensions and revocations
on the website.
4. The accused will be given an opportunity to
formally and in writing admit to or refute the
accusation in 30 days from letter date, thus Effective Date: April 2018
ensuring due process in the review.

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 APPENDIX A: CHES® APPLICATION
April 18-27, 2024 – CHES®
CERTIFIED HEALTH EDUCATION SPECIALIST
Exam Application
NCHEC, 95 Highland Ave, Suite 150A, Bethlehem, PA 18017 PHONE: 888-624-3248 FAX: 1-800-813-0727
Web site: www.nchec.org

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY WITH INK OR TYPE ALL INFORMATION. INCOMPLETE OR MISSING INFORMATION WILL DELAY
PROCESSING OF THE APPLICATION. ADDRESS OR NAME CHANGES THAT OCCUR AFTER SUMISSION OF THIS APPLICATION
MUST BE REPORTED TO NCHEC. (Print your name EXACTLY as it should appear on your CHES® Certificate).

APPLICANT
Name
Salutation First/Given MI Last Suffix
Female Male Prefer Not to Answer Other

Previous Last Name (if applicable) Social Security # Date of Birth

Are you currently employed in the Health Education profession? (If yes, please answer next line) Yes NO

Job title Employer:

Is this certification required for your job? Yes No

Address
Number & Street Apartment #

City/Town State Country ZIP/Postal Code

Home Phone ( ) Work Phone ( )

Fax Phone ( ) Cell Phone ( )

Email Address

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
Is this certification required for your degree? Student Status:
YES NO **Are you currently a full time student? (9 or more semester
credits) YES NO
What is your schools requirement: Graduation Date:
 No requirement  Register Only mm/dd/yyyy**
 Take the exam (pass or fail)  Pass the exam **Are you currently a part- time student? (Less than 9 semester credits)
YES NO

Not a Student YES NO

** Full Time Students or Part Time Students - An advisor letter is required to be submitted indicating expected completion of all degree
requirements within 90 days of the exam date. The letter must be printed on school letterhead and include degree, major, and projected
graduation date and submitted prior to exam application deadline.

Please indicate the Primary degree being used for eligibility and submit supporting OFFICIAL transcripts for approval. Other degree(s)
listed on application do not require a transcript, unless they are being used to determine eligibility. UPON REVIEW OF YOUR OFFICIAL
TRANSCRIPTS, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED OF ELIGIBILITY THROUGH EMAIL
Primary Degree Primary Degree Primary Major Name Primary University/College Name
Year Awarded
(Graduation Yr) (ex: BS, MS)

Other Degrees Received:

Degree Year Degree Awarded Major Name University/College Name
(Graduation Yr) (ex: BS, MS)

Exam applications, university transcripts, and any supporting documentation become the property of NCHEC. These items will not be
returned to the exam applicant or forwarded to a third party

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Name:
Non-Student or Part
Application Fees and Deadlines (Please select): April 18-27, 2024 Exam Student
Time Student
U.S. Post Marked On or Before (enrolled 9 + credits)
Note: The application fee INCLUDES a $100
non-refundable processing fee (if found EARLY Nov 1– Nov 31, 2023 $230  $280 
ineligible or if you withdraw from current cycle). PAYMENT
REGULAR Dec 1 – Jan 31, 2024 $290  $340 
LATE Feb 1 – Feb 29, 2024 $350  $400 
Amount:

Indicate payment method (Make checks payable to NCHEC): (There will be a $25 fee for all returned checks)

Company Check Personal Check Money Order Purchase Order (attach PO to

application – complete billing information section below) (Payment MUST be received by final deadline)

Credit Card Type:  Visa  MasterCard  American Express  Discover

Card No: Exp. Date CV:
Billing Information:
Name on
Card: Address:
City, State, Zip:

Signature: Phone:

PERMISSION TO PUBLISH
In recognition of my achievement as a Certified Health Education Specialist, NCHEC may publish my name in its NCHEC
News and on its website. As a benefit of certification, my name and/or address may be available as follows:
a. to continuing education providers in order to receive notice of professional development opportunities
b. to employers for recruitment purposes or to verify one’s status as an active CHES®
c. to researchers for study purposes
d. to universities for the purpose of acknowledging or monitoring achievements of program graduates
e. to professional associations for the purpose of mailing newsletters/announcements, or for recruiting new members
NCHEC has permission to distribute my name and contact information as listed above:
YES NO (YOU MUST CHECK ONE)
NCHEC has permission to distribute my name and contact information with providers of study groups and exam preparation
courses:
YES NO (YOU MUST CHECK ONE)
*The above questions are required field(s) and must be completed*

AFFIRMATION and AGREEMENT

I affirm that the information given in this application is true and accurate. I hereby give my permission to NCHEC to verify any
information in support of my application. I understand that the CHES® examination and the test questions contained therein
are the exclusive property of NCHEC. No part of this examination may be copied or reproduced in part or in whole, by any
means whatsoever, including memorization. I understand that NCHEC will provide aggregate scores to institutions and
publications for reporting purposes and that individual identification will not be used, I indicate that I have read and
understand the CHES® Exam Handbook in its entirety. I agree to abide to NCHEC’s Exam Polices as outlined in the
Examination Handbook. If successful in passing the exam, I agree to NCHEC’s Policies and Procedures for Renewal and
Recertification and abide by the Health Education Code of Ethics. Violations of NCHEC’s Exam Application, Renewal and
Recertification policies and the Health Education Code of Ethics, or falsification of any documentation, may result in
suspension or revocation of the credential or denial of eligibility for future exams.

Required signature Date

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 APPENDIX A: CHES® APPLICATION

Demographic Information
The sharing of your demographic information will help to inform organizational decisions regarding the advancement of the
profession of health education and promotion. Information such as credentials, practice setting, age, gender and ethnicity will
allow NCHEC to communicate effectively about the makeup of its certified body with government agencies, as well as our
own leadership, to better represent your needs within our organization as well as the profession. To accomplish this, we
need more complete aggregate baseline data. Please be advised that the information you provide below is solely for NCHEC
official use, and your personal/individual data will not be shared with anyone.

Referral Source – How have you learned about NCHEC/CHES®?

 Direct Mail  Colleague  University
 Conference/Exhibit  Employer  Website Visit
 Journal Ad  Prefer not to answer

Work Settings:
 Healthcare  School  University  Retired
 Community  Workplace  Other
 Prefer not to answer

Other Credentials:
 ACSW  ATC  CDE  CPH  CPP  CPS CRTT  CSWHC  DO LPN  LSW  MD
QCSW  RCEP  RD RN  RRT
OTHER
 Prefer not to answer

Are you of Hispanic, Latino or Spanish origin?

 Prefer not to answer
 No, not of Hispanic, Latino or Spanish origin
 Yes, Mexican, Mexican Am., Chicano
 Yes, Puerto Rican  Yes, Cuban  Yes, another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin - Print origin, for example,
Argentinean, Colombian, Dominican, Nicaraguan, Salvadoran, Spaniard and so on

Race:
 Prefer not to answer
 White  Black, African American
 American Indian  Alaska Native
 Asian Indian  Japanese  Native Hawaiian
 Chinese  Korean  Guamanian or Chamorro
 Filipino  Vietnamese  Samoan
 Other Asian - Print race, for example Hmong, Laotian, Thai, Pakistani, Cambodian and so on

 Other Pacific Islander – Print race, for example Fijian, Tongan, and so on

 Some other race

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 APPENDIX B: CHES® AND MCHES® CONFIDENTIALITY/
NON-DISCLOSURE SAMPLE AGREEMENT

*It is not necessary to submit this form when applying.

The text below contains the confidentiality/non-disclosure agreement

that you will be asked to agree to as a condition of sitting for the CHES®
or MCHES® exam. If you do not accept the confidentiality agreement,
your exam will terminate and your exam will not be able to be reset.
No refunds will be provided to examinees who choose not to accept
the confidentiality agreement at the time of their examination. Please
take the time to review the agreement prior to going to your PSI test
center, as you will have limited time to review the agreement during the
exam period.

In a few moments, you will begin your examination. Please note that this examination and
all portions thereof constitute proprietary, confidential information owned exclusively by
the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing Inc. All exam content is also
protected by U.S. and international copyright and other laws, and all rights are reserved.
The exam must not be copied or distributed in part or in its entirety. You may select either
“Yes I agree” or “No, I do not agree” and thereby terminate your exam.

□ Yes, I agree not to copy, disclose, or discuss any part of the specific or general nature
of the CHES®/MCHES® exam scenarios or questions; and I understand that, should I
pass this exam, my violation of this agreement is a basis for the revocation of my
certification, and if I do not pass this exam, violation could result in denial of eligibility
to retake the examination.

□ Or I do not agree, and thereby terminate my exam.