Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA)

Expanded Eligibility Criteria for CHDA - Effective January 1, 2012

With the ARRA emphasis on the use of electronic health records, the healthcare industry continues to become more data-driven, making health data analysts more valuable than ever. 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

The CHDA can be taken at any time, and at any of more than 150 test centers across the United States.

Expanded Eligibility Criteria for CHDA - Effective January 1, 2012

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

Exam Information

• Applying for the Exam
• Exam Fees
• Application Checklist
• CHDA Beta Candidates: Information on Retesting
• Annual Exam Pass Rates 

Exam Notice

Permanent Price Reduction for CHDA Exam! Please refer to the exam application for details.

Applying for the Exam

Submitting an Application

Before submitting an application, carefully review the information contained in this guide. It is the candidate's responsibility 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 Application Checklist

• Read Candidate Guide
• Apply for exam
  • Register Online
  • Exam Application
  • Special Accommodations Form - Form A and B
• 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 materials are needed at the testing center
• Verify time and date of exam

Exam Preparation Information

• Exam Specifications
• Exam Content Outline
• Exam Scoring/Passing Scores
• Recommended Resources
• CHDA Beta Candidates: Information on Retesting

Exam Specifications

• Time: 3 hours and 45 minutes
• Number of Questions: 154
• Format: Multiple Choice

CHDA Resources

• CHDA Reference List - as of 11-13-08
• CHDA Recommended Resources 

• Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)