\nCHES Flashcards<\/a>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span>Exam Eligibility<\/h2>\nTo be eligible to take the CHES exam, you must meet the first requirement listed below AND meet either requirement 2a or 2b:<\/p>\n
\n1.<\/strong> You must have at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.<\/p>\n2a.<\/strong> You must have majored in health education.<\/p>\n2b.<\/strong> You must have obtained a minimum of 25 semester hours or 37 quarter hours of coursework that specifically covers the Eight Areas of Responsibility and Competency for Health Education Specialists.\n<\/div>\n<\/span>CHES Exam Outline<\/h2>\nThe CHES exam contains 165 multiple-choice questions, 15 of which are unscored, and you will be given a time limit of 3 hours. The unscored questions, known as “pretest” questions, are used by the test administrators to evaluate questions for use on other versions of the exam.<\/p>\n
The exam is split into eight areas of responsibility.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n\n- Assessment of Needs and Capacity (17%)<\/li>\n
- Planning (14%)<\/li>\n
- Implementation (15%)<\/li>\n
- Evaluation and Research (12%)<\/li>\n
- Advocacy (12%)<\/li>\n
- Communication (12%)<\/li>\n
- Leadership and Management (6%)<\/li>\n
- Ethics and Professionalism (12%)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t
Check out Mometrix's CHES Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"](\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ches-18719.jpg\")
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>How the Test is Scored<\/h2>\nThere is no set passing score for the CHES, meaning that the number of correct responses needed to obtain a passing score will vary slightly for each person. Your score is based on the Modified Angoff method, which means that your score is based entirely on your performance and is not based on how well other test-takers did.<\/p>\n
Once you have completed the exam, your proctor will provide you with a score report that simply indicates \u201cpass\u201d or \u201cfail\u201d status, and may provide more detailed information about your scores per content category.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Retaking the Test<\/h2>\nIf you do not pass the exam on your first try, you are permitted to take the exam again, but you must wait until the next testing cycle. If you retake the exam during the next available testing cycle, you will be given the opportunity to pay a reduced exam fee.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck out Mometrix's CHES Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get complex subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"](\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/chesflash.jpg\")
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/span>How to Study Effectively<\/h3>\nYour success on CHES test day depends not only on how many hours you put into preparing but also on whether you prepared the right way. It\u2019s good to check along the way to see whether your studying is paying off. One of the most effective ways to do this is by taking CHES practice tests to evaluate your progress. Practice tests are useful because they show exactly where you need to improve. Every time you take a free CHES exam practice test, pay special attention to these three groups of questions:<\/p>\n
\n- The questions you got wrong<\/li>\n
- The ones you had to guess on, even if you guessed right<\/li>\n
- The ones you found difficult or slow to work through<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
This will show you exactly what your weak areas are and where you need to devote more study time. Ask yourself why each of these questions gave you trouble. Was it because you didn\u2019t understand the material? Was it because you didn\u2019t remember the vocabulary? Do you need more repetitions on this type of question to build speed and confidence? Dig into those questions and figure out how you can strengthen your weak areas as you go back to review the material.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Answer Explanations<\/h3>\nAdditionally, many CHES practice tests have a section explaining the answer choices. It can be tempting to read the explanation and think that you now have a good understanding of the concept. However, an explanation likely only covers part of the question\u2019s broader context. Even if the explanation makes sense, go back and investigate every concept related to the question until you\u2019re positive you have a thorough understanding.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Comprehend Each Topic<\/h3>\nAs you go along, keep in mind that the CHES practice test is just that: practice. Memorizing these questions and answers will not be very helpful on the actual test because it is unlikely to have any of the same exact questions. If you only know the right answers to the sample questions, you won\u2019t be prepared for the real thing. Study the concepts until you understand them fully, and then you\u2019ll be able to answer any question that shows up on the test.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Strategy for CHES Practice<\/h3>\nWhen you\u2019re ready to start taking practice tests, follow this strategy:<\/p>\n
\n- Remove Limitations.<\/strong> Take the first test with no time constraints and with your notes and CHES study guide handy. Take your time and focus on applying the strategies you\u2019ve learned.<\/li>\n
- Time Yourself.<\/strong> Take the second practice test \u201copen book\u201d as well, but set a timer and practice pacing yourself to finish in time.<\/li>\n
- Simulate Test Day.<\/strong> Take any other practice tests as if it were test day. Set a timer and put away your study materials. Sit at a table or desk in a quiet room, imagine yourself at the testing center, and answer questions as quickly and accurately as possible.<\/li>\n
- Keep Practicing.<\/strong> Keep taking practice tests on a regular basis until you run out of practice tests or it\u2019s time for the actual test. Your mind will be ready for the schedule and stress of test day, and you\u2019ll be able to focus on recalling the material you\u2019ve learned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How many questions are on the CHES exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
There are 165 multiple-choice questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How long is the CHES exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The exam is timed at 3 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
What is a passing score for the CHES exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
There is no set passing score for the exam. This exam is scored based on your individual performance and does not take other test-takers’ results into account.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How much does the CHES exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The exam costs $340.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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By Kate Nockunas<\/span><\/p>Kate has been Mometrix\u2019s Nursing and Medical Editor for over four years. She has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Communications from Vanderbilt University, a bachelor\u2019s degree in Nursing from Marymount University, and a master\u2019s degree in Education from Johns Hopkins. Kate is a critical care registered nurse who still works occasionally in the ICU and PACU.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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2a.<\/strong> You must have majored in health education.<\/p>\n 2b.<\/strong> You must have obtained a minimum of 25 semester hours or 37 quarter hours of coursework that specifically covers the Eight Areas of Responsibility and Competency for Health Education Specialists.\n<\/div>\n The CHES exam contains 165 multiple-choice questions, 15 of which are unscored, and you will be given a time limit of 3 hours. The unscored questions, known as “pretest” questions, are used by the test administrators to evaluate questions for use on other versions of the exam.<\/p>\n The exam is split into eight areas of responsibility.<\/p>\n Check out Mometrix's CHES Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t There is no set passing score for the CHES, meaning that the number of correct responses needed to obtain a passing score will vary slightly for each person. Your score is based on the Modified Angoff method, which means that your score is based entirely on your performance and is not based on how well other test-takers did.<\/p>\n Once you have completed the exam, your proctor will provide you with a score report that simply indicates \u201cpass\u201d or \u201cfail\u201d status, and may provide more detailed information about your scores per content category.<\/p>\n If you do not pass the exam on your first try, you are permitted to take the exam again, but you must wait until the next testing cycle. If you retake the exam during the next available testing cycle, you will be given the opportunity to pay a reduced exam fee.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t Check out Mometrix's CHES Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Get complex subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t Your success on CHES test day depends not only on how many hours you put into preparing but also on whether you prepared the right way. It\u2019s good to check along the way to see whether your studying is paying off. One of the most effective ways to do this is by taking CHES practice tests to evaluate your progress. Practice tests are useful because they show exactly where you need to improve. Every time you take a free CHES exam practice test, pay special attention to these three groups of questions:<\/p>\n This will show you exactly what your weak areas are and where you need to devote more study time. Ask yourself why each of these questions gave you trouble. Was it because you didn\u2019t understand the material? Was it because you didn\u2019t remember the vocabulary? Do you need more repetitions on this type of question to build speed and confidence? Dig into those questions and figure out how you can strengthen your weak areas as you go back to review the material.<\/p>\n Additionally, many CHES practice tests have a section explaining the answer choices. It can be tempting to read the explanation and think that you now have a good understanding of the concept. However, an explanation likely only covers part of the question\u2019s broader context. Even if the explanation makes sense, go back and investigate every concept related to the question until you\u2019re positive you have a thorough understanding.<\/p>\n As you go along, keep in mind that the CHES practice test is just that: practice. Memorizing these questions and answers will not be very helpful on the actual test because it is unlikely to have any of the same exact questions. If you only know the right answers to the sample questions, you won\u2019t be prepared for the real thing. Study the concepts until you understand them fully, and then you\u2019ll be able to answer any question that shows up on the test.<\/p>\n When you\u2019re ready to start taking practice tests, follow this strategy:<\/p>\n How many questions are on the CHES exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n There are 165 multiple-choice questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n How long is the CHES exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The exam is timed at 3 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n What is a passing score for the CHES exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n There is no set passing score for the exam. This exam is scored based on your individual performance and does not take other test-takers’ results into account.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n How much does the CHES exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The exam costs $340.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n By Kate Nockunas<\/span><\/p> Kate has been Mometrix\u2019s Nursing and Medical Editor for over four years. She has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Communications from Vanderbilt University, a bachelor\u2019s degree in Nursing from Marymount University, and a master\u2019s degree in Education from Johns Hopkins. Kate is a critical care registered nurse who still works occasionally in the ICU and PACU.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>CHES Exam Outline<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>How the Test is Scored<\/h2>\n
<\/span>Retaking the Test<\/h2>\n
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<\/span>How to Study Effectively<\/h3>\n
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<\/span>Answer Explanations<\/h3>\n
<\/span>Comprehend Each Topic<\/h3>\n
<\/span>Strategy for CHES Practice<\/h3>\n
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