The virtual self-paced CHISL Prep Course takes the learner on a deeper dive into the constructs of the CHISL Examination. Learners will learn from expert CHISL leaders, experienced in the both the field and in the CHISL program.

This course transforms studying into application, providing clear peer-led sessions for each domain area concentrating on critical topics and leaving the student with tangible insight.

The CHISL program matters because it evaluates an executive’s ability to lead, communicate, and make sound security decisions in complex and rapidly evolving healthcare environments.

This program helps candidates:

• Understand the structure and expectations of the CHISL exam
• Compare their experience to the CHISL 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 CHISL Certification Application before enrolling in this program.

Before enrolling, candidates must:

Submit the CHISL Certification Application

Receive confirmation of eligibility approval

Start your CHISL Application

Only approved applicants are eligible to enroll.

Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements established by CHIME Certification Governance, including:

• A baccalaureate degree or ten (10) years of equivalent professional experience
• A minimum of three (3) years serving in a healthcare CISO or equivalent executive technology leadership role within the past six (6) years

Healthcare executives who perform CISO-level responsibilities but do not hold the formal CISO title may qualify through equivalent experience, subject to review. Equivalent experience is evaluated based on responsibilities such as:

• Influence over your organization’s cybersecurity strategy, policy, and compliance
• Oversee security budget/purchasing responsibility
• Develop information security standards and structures
• Oversee security relationships and stakeholders within the organization and third-party risk
• Responsible for risk management and data protection

Final eligibility determination is made through the CHIME certification application review process.

Program Duration

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.

Examination Information

The CHISL exam evaluates executive competence in healthcare information and digital health leadership.

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.

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 CHISL certification application
• Received eligibility approval
• Verified readiness to enroll

prior to purchasing the program.