255971 Life-long Learning and the CPH

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 : 1:10 PM - 1:30 PM

Allison Foster, MBA, CAE , Association of Schools of Public Health, Washington, DC
This presentation will describe the evolution of the The National Board of Public Health Examiners' (NBPHE) recertification requirements for the CPH credential. Recertification is evidence of CPH professionals commitment to personal development and lifelong learning. It is also necessary in order to maintain the CPH credential for the next two year renewal period. The presentation will outline the development of the recertification process.

CPH professionals across the globe continue their commitment to their careers and the field by complying with requirements set by the NBPHE. The recertification standards were developed not only to encourage life-long learning but also to ensure ongoing competence in the field. Data from members of the Charter Class (cohort of 2008) and benchmarks for other disciplines informed the current standards. The NBPHE launched an online reporting system for tracking recertification efforts and reporting credits earned in an online transcript. The recertification requirements are an important step in building value in the CPH credential.

Learning Areas:
Assessment of individual and community needs for health education
Conduct evaluation related to programs, research, and other areas of practice
Program planning
Public health or related education
Public health or related laws, regulations, standards, or guidelines
Public health or related organizational policy, standards, or other guidelines

Learning Objectives:
List the requirements to recertify in order to maintain the Certified in Public Health (CPH) credential Identify opportunities for providers of professional development to deliver ongoing training to CPH professionals

Keywords: Career Development, Certification

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Qualified on the content I am responsible for because: I am President of the NBPHE, and the lead for rolling out the recertification process for CPH professionals. I also work with the pre-approved providers of CPH renewal credits.
Any relevant financial relationships? Yes

Name of Organization Clinical/Research Area Type of relationship
ASPH - Employment (includes retainer)
NBPHE - Employment (includes retainer)

I agree to comply with the American Public Health Association Conflict of Interest and Commercial Support Guidelines, and to disclose to the participants any off-label or experimental uses of a commercial product or service discussed in my presentation.

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