Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator (CHPA) Certification Exam Prep

The CHPA certification is targeted to management level and above healthcare security professionals who have met established standards of practice and demonstrate and understanding of the knowledge needed to perform in the role as defined by the Commission on Certification. To earn the CHPA, you must pass the CHPA Exam.

Please note, IAHSS education is developed independently from the Commission on Certification and is not required for CHPA certification.

 Top 8 Reasons You Should Get Your CHPA

CHPA Pro Tip: Apply and Make Sure You're Qualified

Review and complete the CHPA application outlining the ten required credits accumulated from the four categories of: Education, Experience, Membership, and Specialized Training. 

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6 Recommended Steps to Study for the CHPA Exam

1. Review the Exam Content Outline and Complete the Self Assessment.

Review and understand the core topics highlighted in the Exam Content Outline and complete the IAHSS CHPA Self Assessment form when you are ready to start studying for the exam. 

2. Study the CHPA Core Resources, Other Readings, and Study Resources

The CHPA resource materials are meant to assist with understanding the fundamentals of the exam content outline. They cover many key content areas, key terms, acronyms and concepts. The CHPA exam questions are based on the information in these resources. 

3. Help Prepare with the CHPA Prep Course

Register for a CHPA Prep Course. The Prep Course is offered virtually and in-person. The course will review and discuss exam-based decision making, best practices in test preparation, and sample questions. Check the IAHSS calendar for the next available course. 

4. Test Your Knowledge with the CHPA Practice Exams

These 50-question practice exams were developed to be a study tool, and to help you identify areas that may need additional study. The practice exam is administered on the same platform as the CHPA Exam.

• 50 Questions
• 45 minutes
• One exam attempt
• Practice exams expire 30 days after purchase

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5. Reach Out to Your Local IAHSS Chapter 

Contact your local IAHSS Chapter to participate in study programs, find a mentor and more. 

6. Select a CHPA Mentor

IAHSS Members-Only Benefit - Participate in the CHPA Mentor Program and boost your prep and network.  

Learn More: CHPA Exam Details

The CHPA Candidate Handbook details: 

• Eligibility Requirements & Application 
• Application Fee
• Exam Details

CHPA Testimonial 

"I can happily say that being in healthcare for 25 years and just obtaining my CHPA helped validate my years of experience however, I wish I had obtained this valued certification sooner. I say this by virtue of the different health systems I have worked in over the years, the knowledge associated with the certification would have afforded me better direction and better leadership for the teams/projects/ processes I managed and oversaw. I am proud of my career accomplishments as someone who always looks ahead in furthering my education/ knowledge (I obtained my Masters in 2000), this CHPA will help me in my confidence in further supporting the security & safety healthcare initiatives and gives credit to my education, experience and my leadership capabilities." - Denis M. Hyams Jr., MA, CHPA, Director of Security Services, Memorial Hermann Southwest