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Get Certified with the CPH Credential

The Certified in Public Health (CPH) exam is administered by the National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE). More than 14,000 Public Health Professionals, leaders, alumni, and faculty from more than 95 countries have sat for the CPH exam.

The CPH designation demonstrates that an individual has mastered foundational competencies in public health. CPH professionals raise the bar and enhance the public health profession through their exemplary academic and leadership skills. For additional information please visit: NBPHE

Exam Dates

The CPH exam is offered year round. As long as a proctor and/or a computer-based testing facility is available, you may schedule your exam anytime.

Exam Fee

Standard: $385.00 Liberty MPH Program: $315.00

CPH Exam Eligibility

Students and Alumni of CEPH-accredited or CEPH-applicant schools or program programs

Public health professionals with bachelor’s or graduate degree and at least three to five years of public health work experience.

See https://www.nbphe.org/eligibility/ for more information.

CPH Exam Content

The CPH exam covers the areas of knowledge relevant to contemporary public health. The content outline of the exam has been modified based on a recent Job Task Analysis.

CPH Recertification

Fully certified CPH candidates are required to earn 50 recertification credits and submit a $95 fee along with their recertification application every two years to maintain their CPH status.

Recertification credits can be earned in a variety of ways, including conferences, webinars, academic coursework, professional contributions and service activities. NBPHE offers digital badges for CPHs that go above and beyond. Credits do not need to be earned by pre-approved providers as long as the activity relates to one of the domain areas of the exam.

To learn more, visit: NBPHE.org/stay-certified

Study Resources

There are a number of study resources available. NBPHE suggests the following for CPH exam preparation:

CPH Content Outline
Practice Exams
Sample Questions
ASPPH CPH Study Guide
APHA CPH Exam Review
Springer Q&A Exam Review
In-Person Review Sessions

For more information, visit the study resources page on NBPHE.org.

CPH Merchandise

Once you successfully pass the examination, you can order CPH merchandise. To order visit CafePress.com/cph

National Board of Public Health Examiners
1900 M ST NW
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-296-3050
E-mail: Info@nbphe.org