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ABOUT
The CHIME Foundation Certified Healthcare Executive (CFCHE) program is your opportunity as a CHIME Foundation representative to distinguish yourself and showcase your professional commitment, credibility and comprehensive understanding of the healthcare IT environment.
A CFCHE demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills within a healthcare provider setting. Earning the CFCHE designation is an invaluable resource that recognizes those who understand the various responsibilities and strategic vision of a healthcare leader.
Become a CFCHE, and start building more influential collaborative partnerships with CHIME members.
“The CFCHE credential is very important to me as a health CIO because it lets me know very quickly that the Foundation Rep has knowledge of healthcare and HIT issues. This credential helps to limit the educational requirements that normally precede the development of a working relationship between the vendor and CIO.”– Randy McCleese, CHCIO, FCHIME, LCHIME – CIO of Methodist Hospital
PROGRAM ENROLLMENT
CFCHE Program enrollment is $649. Enrollment into the program includes: ♦ CFCHE program application
♦ The CFCHE exam study materials that include the reading materials divided by domain, a CFHCE practice exam and the CFCHE blueprint
♦ CFCHE exam registration- View the list of CFCHE Professionals (Current as of August 9, 2022)
- Looking to learn more? View ‘CFCHE- Your Questions Answered‘ webinar (Password: 1w*ACBC1)
(current as of May 2020)
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Who is eligible to participate in the CFCHE program?
To participate in the CFCHE program, an individual must be currently employed by a CHIME Foundation firm in good standing and meet the following requirements:♦ Three years of professional experience at a CHIME Foundation member organization or other
qualified healthcare provider organization
OR
♦ One year of professional experience at a CHIME Foundation firm AND currently maintains CHCIO statusIs CFCHE accreditation right for you?
The CFCHE credential is designed for employees of CHIME foundation firms. Typically, the candidate:♦ Has responsibility for the relationship to CHIME members and their organizations
♦ Leads and/or participates in the product development, communication or other relationship with
CHIME membersThe credential focuses on firms that support the following types of CHIME members:
♦ Health Services Delivery Organization
♦ Healthcare Payer/Insurance Organizations
♦ Organizations related to healthcare IT whose primary business may include sales of hardware, software
software, or IT services to healthcare CIOs* For questions regarding the CFCHE program please email certification@chimecentral.org or call 734.665.0000.
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Look Who’s CFCHE Certified!
Individuals from the following organizations have received their CFCHE designation. Don’t be left behind. Enroll today!
CFCHE EXAM & RESOURCES
The CFCHE examination consists of 100 multiple choice questions, including scenario-based and independent questions. The examination will be taken without the aid of study guides or other resources. The CFCHE examination is offered at CHIME in-person events in the United States AND at testing centers worldwide.
Register for an Upcoming In-Person Exam
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Online Exam
Testing Centers: CHIME has partnered with Kryterion to offer the CFCHE exam online at over 800 testing centers around the world. CHIME will coordinate your remote test at a Kryterion site after enrollment. To locate a testing center near you, click here
Remote Testing: Testing in the convenience of your office or home office is also available. Select “remote testing” when enrolling. Click on the device requirements to understand what is required for this type of home-based testing.
Exam Study Materials
Upon enrollment into the CFCHE program you will receive a link to the CFCHE exam study materials.
The exam blueprint takes you through the six domains which are comprised of 47 knowledge and skill statements, from which the exam was created.
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PREP COURSE
Studying for exams can create unnecessary stress, sifting through overwhelming loads of information, and uncertainty about study material and best ways to prepare. Our CFCHE Prep Course is designed to take you through the process of preparing for the CFCHE Exam and help you understand how to prepare and what to look for.
The Digital CFCHE Prep Course takes you on a deeper dive into the constructs of the CFCHE Examination. Students will learn from CFCHE-certified Foundation representatives, experienced in both the field and in the CFCHE program. This course transforms studying into application, providing clear peer-led sessions for each Domain area concentrating on critical topics and leaving the student with tangible insight.
This course includes:
- Peer-to-peer insight into the concepts learners will be tested on
- Flexible learning to meet each persons’ level of knowledge and availability
- Short sample quizzes to test level of understanding at each Domain
- Personalized guide and point of contact to walk you through this process
The CFCHE Prep Course is not a requirement to enrolling in the program nor passing the exam; it stands on its own as a peer-led study platform that guides you as you prepare and offers you real-world perspective, which is what the CFCHE Exam is designed to do. The CFCHE Exam asks questions based on the reading materials but written from experience. Gain a foundation of insight and application to carry you along in your studies, test your understanding, and train for further success in your career.
CFCHE Prep Course Begins August 19
*Access to Prep Course is active for 12 months from date of enrollment.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEUs)
The CFCHE program requires individuals to participate in professional development and educational activities. CHIME utilizes Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to measure participation.
CHIME recognizes ONE hour of professional development and educational activity participation as equivalent to ONE CEU.
Submitting CEUs for CHIME & Non-CHIME Events
Please select CHIME-based CEUs to submit credits for events and sessions sponsored by CHIME. All other submissions outside of CHIME should be reported as non-CHIME CEUs.
How to Submit CEUs:
♦ For non-CHIME submissions, please include provider’s name in the event title
♦ Archived submissions must include original date in description and date applied in start and end dates
♦ Multiple (up to three) events may be submitted on one form, but all must fall under the same
category, non-CHIME or CHIME eventsQualifying CEU OpportunitiesCEU Reports/Transcripts
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CREDENTIAL MAINTENANCE
To maintain/renew your CFCHE status:
♦ Continue your employment with a CHIME Foundation Firm in good standing.
♦ Complete 45 hours of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) with a minimum of ten credits per year, of
which 50% must be CHIME activities**+
♦ Submit renewal/maintenance fee of $199
♦ Adhere to the CHIME Professional Standards of Conduct
♦ In lieu of submitting CEUs, may sit for the CFCHE Exam** If you have completed at least 80% of your CEUs within three years, you may apply for a six-month extension to complete the remaining credits.
+CFCHEs can retain the CFCHE credential should they or their organization leave CHIME and are therefore not able to maintain their membership. To keep their credential current, they would need to earn 45 CEUs. The requirement that half of the CEUs need to be from CHIME activities would be waived since they would no longer be eligible to attend CHIME events. The same does not apply to those with a CFCHE-Eligible status.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who is eligible to participate?
To participate in the CFCHE program, you must be currently employed by a CHIME Foundation firm in good standing and meet the following requirements:♦ Possess a baccalaureate degree – or be enrolled in a baccalaureate program
AND
♦ Three years of professional experience at a CHIME Foundation member organization or other
qualified healthcare provider organization
OR
♦ One year of professional experience at a CHIME Foundation firm AND currently maintains CHCIO statusWhat is the benefit to becoming certified?
Being CFCHE certified demonstrates to CIOs that you have advanced knowledge and skills within a healthcare IT environment. The designation will distinguish you from your peers and help build stronger collaborative partnerships with industry leaders.What does the program entail?
The CFCHE program enrollment includes the application to the program, study materials for the exam, and the exam. The CFCHE exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions, including scenario-based and independent questions.Who developed the exam?
The CFCHE exam was written and developed by a Committee comprised of both CHIME Foundation member representatives and CHIME CHCIO members. The exam was modeled after the CHCIO exam to relate perspectives on items and issues that an experienced healthcare IT service representative should know.Does CHIME provide study materials?
Yes. Upon enrollment into the CFCHE program you will receive a link to the CFCHE exam study materials divided by domain. CHIME also offers an exam blueprint, the blueprint provides an overview of the six domains and knowledge and skill statements from which the exam was created.Where can I take the exam?
The CFCHE examination is offered remotely online, at CHIME in-person events, and at local testing centers across the country. Click here to locate a testing center near you.How much does it cost?
Program enrollment is $649 and includes:♦ The CFCHE program application
♦ The CFCHE exam study materials that include the reading materials, a CFCHE practice exam and the
CFCHE blueprint
♦ CFCHE exam registrationHow do I enroll?
There are two ways to enroll:
1. You can add the CFCHE program to any in-person CHIME event registration.
2. You can complete your CFCHE enrollment online at any time.Once your application and payment have been submitted, you will receive a confirmation with access to the CFCHE examination study materials. A CHIME staff member will also be in touch to provide support throughout your certification journey.
When can I start?
You can begin your journey now! Enroll in the program and begin to prepare for the exam.In-person exams will be held at the CHIME Spring CIO Forums, CHIME Partner Education Summits, and at our CHIME Fall Forums. For information on upcoming events, please visit https://chimecentral.org/events/forums-workshops/.
If I don’t pass, can I retake the exam?
You are able to retake the exam for a $99 exam fee. There is no time delay between the first and second attempt.
For questions regarding the CFCHE program please email certification@chimecentral.org or call 734.665.0000.