NCHEC exam- The Certified Health Education SpecialistA CHES® is an individual that has:
1) met required academic preparation qualifications
2) successfully passed a competency-based examination administered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
3) satisfies the continuing education requirement to maintain the national credential
Consisting of 165 multiple-choice questions (150 scored and 15 pilot tested), the CHES® examination is offered in computer-based format at Prometric Test Centers throughout the United States and overseas. Candidates are alloted 3 hours to complete the examination.
Please refer to the CHES Exam Application Handbook for addtional information.