The MCHES examination will have its inaugural administration October 15, 2011.
• The Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) exam will be based on the scientific approach to measure the existing health education advanced-level Sub-competencies related to the Seven Areas of Responsibilities.
• The exam consists of 165 multiple choice questions (150 scored, 15 pilot tested) some of which are scenario based, and is administered in paper-and pencil format.
• Master Certified Health Education Specialist, MCHES, is an individual that has met academic eligibility in health education and is practicing at the advanced-level in the field, passed a written examination administered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc., and has an ongoing commitment to continuing education.
Benefits of being MCHES:
o It differentiates you from entry-level health education specialists.
o Becoming an MCHES provides validation that you are skilled in advanced-level Responsibilities and Competencies for a health education specialist
o The MCHES credentialing process provides advanced-level continuing education opportunities, in order for health education specialist to stay abreast of the latest research and practice in the field.
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