Education
To become a CHC, you must first obtain a high school diploma or equivalent.
Key Facts
- Education: Obtain a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Construction Experience: Gain ten years of associated construction experience, with at least five years specifically working on healthcare construction projects.
- Management/Supervisory/Administrative Experience: Acquire three years of management, supervisory, or administrative experience.
- Recent Work Experience: Ensure that you have work experience on healthcare construction projects within the last few years.
Construction Experience
You must also gain ten years of associated construction experience, with at least five years specifically working on healthcare construction projects. Associated construction experience refers to work experience in the following functional areas:
- Construction/project management
- Estimating
- Planning
- Marketing
- Project superintendent or foreman
- Architect/engineer design
- Design and construction position within a healthcare organization
Management/Supervisory/Administrative Experience
You must also acquire three years of management, supervisory, or administrative experience.
Recent Work Experience
Ensure that you have work experience on healthcare construction projects within the last few years.
Certification
Once you have met the eligibility requirements, you can apply to take the CHC exam. The exam is administered by the American Health Care Association (AHCA).
To apply for the exam, you will need to submit an application form, along with a fee. The application fee is $400 for members of the AHCA and $570 for non-members.
The exam is a two-hour, 120-question multiple-choice exam. The exam covers seven content areas:
- Standards, Policies, and Procedures
- Compliance Program Administration
- Screening and Evaluation of Employees, Physicians, Vendors, and other Agents
- Communication, Education, and Training on Compliance Issues
- Monitoring, Auditing, and Internal Reporting Systems
- Discipline for Non-Compliance
- Investigations and Remedial Measures
To pass the exam, you must correctly answer at least 70% of the questions.
If you pass the exam, you will be certified as a CHC. Your certification will be valid for two years. To maintain your certification, you must complete 45 continuing education credits every two years.
Sources
- Certified Health Care Constructor (CHC) | AHA
- Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) Exam Review
- How To Get Certified In Health Care Compliance
FAQs
What is a CHC?
A CHC is a Certified Health Care Constructor. CHCs are healthcare professionals who have demonstrated their knowledge and expertise in the unique and regulated environment of health care construction sites.
What are the benefits of becoming a CHC?
CHCs are in high demand, as they have the skills and knowledge necessary to manage complex healthcare construction projects. CHCs also earn higher salaries than non-certified construction professionals.
What are the requirements to become a CHC?
To become a CHC, you must meet the following requirements:
- Education: Obtain a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Construction Experience: Gain ten years of associated construction experience, with at least five years specifically working on healthcare construction projects.
- Management/Supervisory/Administrative Experience: Acquire three years of management, supervisory, or administrative experience.
- Recent Work Experience: Ensure that you have work experience on healthcare construction projects within the last few years.
How do I apply to become a CHC?
To apply to become a CHC, you must submit an application form, along with a fee, to the American Health Care Association (AHCA).
What is the CHC exam like?
The CHC exam is a two-hour, 120-question multiple-choice exam. The exam covers seven content areas:
- Standards, Policies, and Procedures
- Compliance Program Administration
- Screening and Evaluation of Employees, Physicians, Vendors, and other Agents
- Communication, Education, and Training on Compliance Issues
- Monitoring, Auditing, and Internal Reporting Systems
- Discipline for Non-Compliance
- Investigations and Remedial Measures
How do I maintain my CHC certification?
To maintain your CHC certification, you must complete 45 continuing education credits every two years.
Where can I learn more about becoming a CHC?
You can learn more about becoming a CHC by visiting the website of the American Health Care Association (AHCA).