Basic Level Certification - International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety

Basic Level Certification

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IAHSS offers a Basic level online course and a Basic certification exam.

The Basic level of training for healthcare security and safety officers is an introductory program in healthcare security and safety. Some of the topics included in the Basic course are defining security's role within a healthcare organization, communicating effectively throughout the organization, using technology on a security assignment and managing high risk situation and areas.

We are excited to announce updates to the Basic Course and Exam!

The updated content will be available for new learners on Sept. 8, 2025. Learn More

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eLearning Course: $70 USD (if purchased individually)

Consists of 8 modules with several topics within each module
On average, takes 8-10 hours to complete
Allows users to start and stop the course at their own convenience
Provides 24/7 access to your online training
Course completion eligible for 8 CHPA/CE credits
Expires 1 year from the date of purchase

Online Exam: $75 USD (if purchased individually)

The online certification exam tests your comprehension of the Basic level eLearning course.

100 multiple choice questions
Maximum of 90 minutes to complete it
Must be completed in one session (you cannot exit the exam)
Minimal passing score is 70%
If you fail you will need to pay the exam fee to retest
Your certification is valid for 5 years from the issue date
The exam expires 60 days from the date of purchase
To maintain your current certification you must successfully retest at the Basic level or progress to the next level

If purchased as a bundle, the eLearning course and exam both expire 1 year from the date of purchase

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eLearning course + certification exam bundle: $130 USD (a $15 savings)

This bundle combines both the Basic eLearning Course and the Basic Certification Exam.

Both the course and exam EXPIRE 1 year after purchase.

If purchasing by check or purchase order, send order details and payment to:

IAHSS
1901 N Roselle Road Suite 800
Schaumburg IL 60195

Email: info@iahss.org

Allow up to 5 business days after payment is received to access and assign the eLearning course and/or exams online

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