The CDH-P Exam Essentials Program is the official certification package for qualified candidates pursuing the Certified Digital Health Professional (CDH-P) credential.
This self-paced online program includes the CDH-P certification examination and the preparation resources aligned to the exam blueprint, allowing candidates to assess readiness and prepare strategically for certification.
The CDH‑P credential is CHIME’s premier certification for digital health professionals, recognizing professional-level expertise in healthcare technology strategy, digital transformation, governance, and the effective use of information and innovation to improve care delivery and organizational performance.
Through this program, approved candidates receive the resources and exam access required to pursue certification with confidence.
Enrollment in the CDH-P Exam Essentials Program provides:
CDH-P Certification Examination
Secure online exam delivered through CHIMEU.
Official CDH-P Examination Blueprint
Defines the domains, competencies, and knowledge areas evaluated on the exam.
Domain-Based Reading Resources
Curated materials aligned with the CDH-P exam domains.
Sample Quiz with Rationales
Practice questions illustrating the structure and reasoning behind exam responses.
Domain Preparation Guidance
Recommended approaches for reviewing each domain and identifying preparation gaps.
All program materials are delivered through CHIMEU and can be accessed online from anywhere, allowing candidates to review resources and complete the certification exam at their own pace within the enrollment period.
The CDH‑P program matters because it assesses a professionals ability to guide digital health initiatives, communicate effectively across stakeholders, and make informed decisions in complex, fast‑changing healthcare environments.
This program helps candidates:
- Understand the structure and expectations of the CDH-P exam
- Compare their experience to the CDH-P competency framework
- Identify domains requiring additional preparation
- Become familiar with scenario-based certification questions
The program provides a focused preparation framework aligned directly to the certification blueprint.
You must receive approval for the CDH-P Certification Application before enrolling in this program.
Before enrolling, candidates must:
Submit the CDH-P Certification Application
Receive confirmation of eligibility approval
Start your CDH-P Application
Only approved applicants are eligible to enroll.
Enrollment Policy
Candidates who enroll without receiving application approval will be removed from the program and will not receive a refund.
Enrollment confirms that you have completed the eligibility review process.
Refund Policy
Because enrollment provides immediate access to certification resources and the exam, all purchases are final.
No refunds will be issued after enrollment.
Candidates are responsible for confirming that they have:
- Completed the CDH-P certification application
- Received eligibility approval
- Verified readiness to enroll prior to purchasing the program.
Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements established by CHIME Certification Governance, including:
Applicants must have a working, foundational understanding of healthcare infrastructure, services, and delivery as it relates to digital health and meet at least one of the following requirements:
- Minimum of one (1) year in a healthcare occupation, or
- Healthcare‑related degree (associate, bachelor’s, or graduate level), or
- Digital Health Professional Certificate
Eligible Roles and Backgrounds
The CDH‑P credential is intended for individuals in early‑career, entry‑level, or non‑executive roles, including but not limited to:
- Entry‑level healthcare IT or digital health professionals
- Managers, analysts, sales, or marketing professionals working in healthcare
- Graduate students pursuing careers in healthcare or digital health (pending experience)
- Healthcare providers, payers, or industry partners supporting digital health initiatives
Final eligibility determination is made through the CHIME certification application review process.
Enrollment provides six (6) months of access to the preparation resources and certification examination.
Candidates may review materials and sit for the exam at any time during this period once they feel prepared.
CDH-P Certification Examination
The CDH‑P exam evaluates professional competence in healthcare information and digital health initiatives.
The examination includes:
- 125 multiple-choice questions
- Scenario-based and knowledge-based items
- 150 minutes (2.5 hours) to complete the exam
The exam is delivered through a secure online testing environment.
