Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA®)

Individuals who earn the CHDA designation will achieve recognition of their expertise in health data analysis and validation of their mastery of this domain. This prestigious certification provides practitioners with the knowledge to acquire, manage, analyze, interpret, and transform data into accurate, consistent, and timely information, while balancing the "big picture" strategic vision with day-to-day details. CHDA-credentialed professionals exhibit broad organizational knowledge and the ability to communicate with individuals and groups at multiple levels, both internal and external.

Earning the CHDA designation can help you:

Achieve recognition of expertise
Validate mastery and specialized competence
Differentiate knowledge and skills
Demonstrate professionalism and commitment
Exhibit broad organizational knowledge
Facilitate professional development
Leverage the strength of AHIMA credentials

Eligibility

Candidates must meet one of the following eligibility requirements for the Certified Health Data Analyst examination

Associate’s degree and minimum of five (5) years of healthcare data experience
Healthcare information management credential (RHIT®) and minimum of three (3) years of healthcare data experience
Baccalaureate degree and a minimum of three (3) years of healthcare data experience
Healthcare information management credential (RHIA®) and minimum of one (1) year of healthcare data experience
Master's or related degree (JD, MD, or PhD) and one (1) year of healthcare data experience

Submitting an Application

Before submitting an application, carefully review the information contained in this guide. It is the candidate's responsibi>lity to ensure eligibility before submitting the application. Applicants who are determined to be ineligible and submit an ineligible application or request withdrawal of their application, will receive a refund of the application fee minus a $75 processing fee.

Applicants may register online or by submitting a paper application.

Exam Fees

Member Price: $259
Non-member price: $329

Exam Application Checklist

Read Candidate Guide
Apply for exam
Submit all paperwork necessary (transcripts, resume, other documentation)
Upon receipt of authorization to test (ATT), read it completely
Schedule exam with Pearson Vue
Verify what form(s) of Identification are needed at the testing center
Verify time and date of exam

Eligibility Period

A candidate’s eligibility period is defined in the Authorization to Test letter (ATT) as a four-month window in which candidates are required to schedule their exam appointment. Candidates who fail to schedule an examination appointment within their eligibility period indicated in their ATT will forfeit their application fee. A complete application and examination fee are required to reapply for the examination.

Candidates arriving at the test center 15 minutes after the scheduled appointment will not be allowed to test and will forfeit the testing fee. A complete application and examination fee are required to reapply for the examination.

Exam Preparation Information

Exam Specifications