Part 1 of the Certification Exam of the American Board of Health Physics

Coordinated through Professional Testing (PTI).

Meaning of Certification

Certification indicates that the recipient has completed certain requirements of study and professional experience, which the Board considers to constitute an adequate foundation in health physics, and has passed an examination designed to test competence in this field. Holders of ABHP certification may identify themselves as either Certified Health Physicists (CHP) or Diplomates of the American Board of Health Physics (DABHP). It should be recognized that the certificate awarded by the Board is not a license and, therefore, does not confer a legal qualification to practice health physics.

Professional Responsibilities of Certified Health Physicists

In achieving certification, the CHP recognizes and assumes the responsibilities due the profession of health physics. To uphold the professional integrity of health physics implied by certification, the relations of the CHP with other individuals and groups, including clients, colleagues, governmental agencies, and the general public, shall always be based upon and reflect the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity. Each CHP has a professional and ethical obligation to practice only in those areas in which he or she is competent. To maintain technical competence, the CHP has a commitment to remain professionally active in the field of health physics and knowledgeable of scientific, technical, and regulatory developments in the field.

Application

Before scheduling a CHP exam, you must meet the prerequisites, apply, pay the designated fee, and receive an Authorization-to-Test email from the ABHP.   For more information, visit the  AAHP Certification Website.

You may also contact the ABHP at director@aahp-abhp.org, or 800-852-4269 with questions.

Scheduling for a computer based exam

Your Authorization-to-Test email will inform you of the dates you may take the exam and provide you with a 20 character candidate ID number.   It is up to you to make an appointment to take the exam.  Exam appointments may be made up to one business day in advance. Locations are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

ABHP encourages you to schedule your test as soon as possible.

To schedule, reschedule or cancel your appointment by phone, contact customer service.

To schedule, reschedule or cancel your appointment online, you must create a Pearson VUE web account. Please note that account activation may take up to 24 hours to complete. When creating your account, you will need the 20 character candidate ID number from the Authorization-to-Test email sent to you upon completion of the application process.

After scheduling your exam, Pearson VUE will send an appointment confirmation email listing your test date and time, the test center address, phone number and directions, along with important policies for your review and information.

Last updated 2023-04-13