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Thank you for visiting NCHEC.org, your source for Certified Health Education Specialist news and events. Your interest in and support of health education certification strengthens the national standard for the health education profession.

The CHES designation after a health educator's name is one indication of professional competency and commitment to continued professional development.

Whether you are a graduating health education student, a practicing health education professional, an employer looking for qualified health educators, or a consumer interested in health and wellness, NCHEC.org has something for you. Our goal is to provide useful and timely information. Please visit often.
Deadline Extension for 2010 Call for Candidates

NCHEC is searching for individuals to fill voluntary positions on our Board of Commissioners and Division Boards. The term of these positions will begin on January 1, 2010. NCHEC seeks individuals from a diversity of practice settings on all boards: school, medical care, business/industry, academia and community. Elections will be held in August 2009. Consider nominating yourself or encourage a peer to take this opportunity.

Please click the link to view open positions and the nominations forms.

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The deadline to apply has been extended to Thursday July 9, 2009

CHES Spring Exam Test Date - October 17, 2009
Applications Must Be Postmarked by September 1, 2009
Click here for complete exam information.
Free Promoting the Profession Kit
NCHEC offers a free PowerPoint Presentation highlighting the benefits of the CHES credential. It includes the history of CHES certification, reasons to certify, how to apply for the exam and more. This is an ideal resource to share with your coworkers, coalition partners and students.
Call for Photos
Celebrate your CHES credential through pictures! NCHEC is currently looking for pictures of CHES in action to showcase on the new Web site. If you have pictures of yourself on the job whether it is a worksite, non-profit organization, classroom, or government position, send it to NCHEC.