CHES Professional Development and Credentialing 5

Question 1

The Areas of Responsibility tested on the CHES exam are derived primarily from which source?

Accepted Answer

A national practice analysis study of health education specialists

Answer

The Areas of Responsibility, Competencies, and Sub-competencies come from periodic practice analyses such as HESPA II 2020.

Question 2

Under the HESPA II 2020 framework, which Area of Responsibility directly addresses ethics and professionalism?

Accepted Answer

Area VIII

Answer

HESPA II 2020 created eight Areas, with Area VIII devoted to Ethics and Professionalism.

Question 3

Which committee reviews and approves undergraduate health education programs that meet professional preparation standards?

Accepted Answer

SOPHE/AAHE Baccalaureate Program Approval Committee (SABPAC)

Answer

SABPAC has approved baccalaureate health education programs not accredited through CEPH.

Question 4

A new health education specialist wants to keep their competencies current between certification cycles. Which strategy is MOST aligned with professional development standards?

Accepted Answer

Creating a professional development plan based on a self-assessment of competencies

Answer

Ongoing development is best guided by assessing competency gaps and planning learning activities to address them.

Question 5

A CHES who joins a national professional organization such as SOPHE gains which professional development benefit MOST directly?

Accepted Answer

Access to networking, advocacy, and continuing education opportunities

Answer

Professional organizations provide networking, advocacy, publications, and CE opportunities but do not confer certification or licensure.

CHES - Certified Health Education Specialist Practice Test

CHES - Certified Health Education Specialist Practice Test

CHES Professional Development and Credentialing 5