Download - More on the development of the MCHES
BECOME a Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES)
….Learn How!
Melissa Rehrig, MPH, CHESCommunication Director, NCHEC
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HPCareer. Net WebinarLive Webinar Series October 29, 2010
Presentation ObjectivesBy the end of the presentation attendees will be able
to:• Summarize briefly the development of the advanced-level
certification, the Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES)
• Explain in detail the MCHES Experience Documentation Opportunity (EDO) process, such as eligibility criteria, documentation requirements and fees.
• Describe MCHES examination eligibility and exam details• Explain the continuing education requirements for the
advanced credential.
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Why an Advanced Credential? • Findings of CUP revealed advanced levels among health
educators in their practice. This was confirmed by the Job Analysis Project.
• Official recommendations of the National Task Force on Accreditation
• 2006 Feasibility Study Survey: 2/3 of respondents indicated that an advanced level certification will benefit the profession
• Continuing comments from health educators that current CHES credential is “entry-level” and, therefore, not reflective of the scope of practice of many health education specialists.
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Why an Advanced Credential?
To help advanced - level CHES:
identifypromoteand advance their skills.
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• Endorsement of advanced professional experience, knowledge, and skills
• Commitment to the health education profession• Opportunity for advanced professional development• Demonstrate excellence in the field of health
education• Greater recognition from health education peers
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REASONS TO BECOME AN MCHES
MCHES Experience Documentation Opportunity
(EDO)
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•CHES ≥ 5 years continuous active status (certified on or before October 1, 2005).
•6 month period (October 15, 2010 to April 16, 2011)
If successful, applicants will not have to take the exam!!!
MCHES Experience Documentation Opportunity
(EDO)
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MCHES EDO Application
Experience Self-Appraisal and Testament of Practice
Assessment Form (2 copies)
Activity Documentation
Resume/CV
Deadlines Fees
12/1/10 $200
01/15/11 $210
03/01/11 $240
04/16/11 $290
Experience Self-appraisal & Testament of Practice Form
Two-Step Process1. Applicant completes self-
appraisal of advanced-level experience
2. Two Recommenders review and respond to Self-Appraisal and Testament of Practice Form
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Areas of Responsibilities & Advanced –level Sub-competencies
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Sample: Experience Self- Appraisal (Applicant)
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Sample: Testament of Practice(Recommender)
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Guidelines for Resume/CV Submission
• Not exceed five (5) pages• Show that applicant has been engaged in the Health
Education Areas of Responsibility at the advanced-level within the past five (5) years
• Must clearly show:▫ Educational and training background▫ Professional experience (employer or other professional
affiliations)
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Application Procedures in Review
MCHES EDO ApplicationTWO Experience Self-Appraisal and Testament of Practice FormsGather documentation to support advanced activitiesSend Experience Self-Appraisal and Testament of Practice form, supporting documentation and an envelope to two appropriate recommender
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Application Procedures in Review Continued
Prepare current Resume/CV Gather all forms including signed and sealed Self-Appraisal and Testament of Practice forms from recommendersMail all documentation to NCHEC:
Application (unless applied online)Signed and sealed Self-Appraisal and Testament of Practice formsSupporting documentation of activitiesResume/CVFee (if not paid online)
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Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) Credential
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Confirms professional development / career ladder
CHESMinimum of the past 5 continuous yrs active status
Non-CHES
Or CHES <5 yrs active status
Master’s degree or higher in Health Ed
ORMaster’s degree or higher with transcript reflecting 25 semester hrs addressing the Seven Areas of Responsibility
5 yrs experience as a health educator•CV/Resume•2 letters ofrecommendation
1st MCHES EXAM: October 15, 2011ELIGIBILITY:
The MCHES Examination• 1st offered – October 15, 2011• Style & Structure▫ Provided at the same sites where CHES exam
offered (over 120 sites)▫ 3 hours to complete▫ 165 multiple choice questions; 150 scored, 15 pilot▫ Stand alone & scenario-based multiple choice items▫ Will cover all 7 Areas of Responsibility;
there are 61 MCHES only sub-competencies
The MCHES Examination
Examination Specifications based on HEJA-2010
No. Area of Responsibility %
I Assess Needs, Assets, and Capacity for Health Education 10%
II Plan Health Education 15%
III Implement Health Education 20%
IV Conduct Evaluation and Research Related to Health Education 16%
V Administer and Manage Health Education 16%
VI Serve as a Health Education Resource Person 15%
VII Communicate and Advocate for Health and Health Education 8%
Exam Fees & Recertification• MCHES Exam application fees : range from $250-$390 based
on type of application and submission deadline• Application Period open May 1, 2011
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FEES 1st
deadline6/1/11
2nd
deadline7/1/11
3rd
deadline8/1/11
Final deadline9/1/11
Exam (CHES) $250 $260 $290 $340
Exam (Non-CHES)
$300 $310 $340 $390
Comparison of Recertification Requirements
CHES MCHES
• 75 CECH in 5 years▫ Minimum 45 Category I▫ Maximum 30 Category II
• All 75 CECH can be earned in Category I
• Recertification/Renewal for CHES▫ Annual renewal fee after
1st year is $55.00
75 CECH in 5 yearsMinimum 45 Category IMaximum 30 Category II
• All 75 CECH can be earned in Category I
30 must be link to advanced sub-competenciesAdvanced CECH can be Category I or Category II
Recertification/Renewal for CHES
Annual renewal fee after 1st
year is $55.00
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NCHEC Timeline for Certifications
Summer 2010
• Revised CHES Study Companion released• Release of Revised Framework Publication
Oct. 2010 –April 2011
• MCHES Experience Documentation Opportunity (EDO) Period
Oct.
2010
• MCHES Exam Study Materials available
April
2011
• First MCHES credential conferred from EDO• New CHES Exam administered on updated Competencies
Oct..
2011
• First MCHES exam
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Visit NCHEC at Upcoming Conferences in Denver, CO Nov 4-10, 2010
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APHA 2010CHES/MCHES LOUNGE
MCHES Live Webinars: Archived• September 17, 2010• Free Archived Webinars Available▫ The Impact of MCHES on Academia▫ MCHES and the Health Education
Profession▫ The Impact of MCHES on
Designated Providers and Employers
Access at www.nchec.org
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Participants will receive 1 CECH per webinar
Next Stepsfor NCHEC
•Communications•Promote CHES & MCHES•Marketing strategies to employers•Continued information on Website•Trainings for Designated Providers for MCHES
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Frequently Asked Questions
• CHES numbers• Guidance for matching activities for EDO
process• Experience Self-Appraisal and Testament to
Practice form be forwarded to the recommenders
• MCHES back to CHES• Your questions????
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www.nchec.orgDetails and updates can be found on the NCHEC news
page NCHEC Communication
Director:[email protected]
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