CHESP Certification | Certified Health Care Environmental Services Professional (CHESP)
Certified Health Care Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) status leads to numerous benefits, including industry recognition, enhanced job mobility, and increased employment opportunities. The credential designation demonstrates mastery of maintaining the environment of care, based on a sound assessment that provides distinction in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
CHESP certified professionals demonstrate high proficiency in environmental service management, encompassing cleaning, disinfection, infection prevention, waste management, and textile management. They are also skilled in compliance, finance, and administration, as well as the physical environment, including planning, design, and construction.
Why should you become a CHESP?
Show expertise across a wider variety of environmental services and infection prevention subject matter.
Further understanding of waste management and textile management operations.
Build on existing finance, administrative and regulatory compliance knowledge.
Legacy of Excellence: CHESPs from the First Class Still Leading Today
Among the very first Certified Health Care Environmental Services Professionals (CHESPs) ever recognized—featured in a historic newspaper clipping—two remarkable professionals continue to hold their certification to this day.
The CHESP opens doors for promotions. Once the organization learns that it is the premier validation of your professional experience and knowledge, they realize that you are at the top of your profession. Over the years, I have been given several professional opportunities for growth, and I know that having the CHESP has positioned me for success in each new role.
The CHESP is the premier credential you can achieve in our industry and once you earn it, share your accomplishment with everyone who will listen. I am proud to say that I have the very first certificate awarded. It's an accomplishment that has helped to define my professional career.
- Jim Henry, Director of Environmental Services
Receiving the CHESP was a huge acknowledgement that let people know that I knew what I was talking about when dealing with all of the aspects of management in the EVS world. I gained a lot of credibility. I value my CHESP very much in my health care career and now in higher education.
People appreciate the time and effort it takes to keep people safe while abiding by ever-changing EPA and CDC standards. I am grateful for this certification, as it has helped not only me but countless others, and it can only keep growing!
- Donna Butler, Senior Director of Custodial Services
I have always felt that AHE Membership and the CHESP I earned paved the path to any success I have experienced throughout my 50 years in health care. It has validated my knowledge and experience, confirming my competency required to ensure best practices for the health & safety of patients, staff and the communities we serve.
I have been fortunate to have experience in all sectors of health care EVS due to the knowledge gained by actively engaging in AHE and CHESP activities. Every health care organization I have spent time with has undoubtedly benefited from the education provided by AHE and the CHESP certification.
CHESP is a certification that demonstrates the value you bring to your organization. Step up, move forward and get certified.
- Tom Mattice, Senior Director, Environmental Services
About CHESP Certification
Administered by the American Hospital Association Certification Center, the Certified Health Care Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) is the health care field credentialing certification that demonstrates mastery in maintaining the environment of care, based on a sound assessment, providing distinction in an increasingly competitive marketplace. The American Hospital Association’s Certification Center determines eligibility requirements, exam content, testing procedures, and other aspects of the certification, and oversees the examination process.
CHESPs demonstrate advanced knowledge in the following areas:
- Regulatory compliance
- Planning, design and construction
- Environmental services operations and infection prevention
- Waste management operations
- Financial stewardship
- Administration
The American Hospital Association Certification Center contracts with PSI to administer the CHESP exam. Candidates can schedule their exam with PSI at an approved testing center or they can schedule a live-remote proctored exam with PSI. Learn more about testing logistics for the CHESP exam.
Veteran Benefits
If you qualify for VA benefits, you can get the cost of the CHESP exam covered!
After you register and pay for the exam of your choice, fill out an Application for Reimbursement of Licensing or Certification Test Fees (VA Form 22-0803). Send the completed application and proof of payment to your Regional Processing Office. If you need help, call the VA toll-free at 1-888-422-4551 or visit the VA website.
How to Take the Exam
- Register to take the CHESP exam at a PSI Assessment Center.
- Frequently asked questions for the CHESP exam and CHESP recertification.
- Read the CHESP Candidate Handbook for more details including:
- Scheduling the exam
- Rules for taking the exam
- ID requirements for taking the exam
- Passing and failing information
- CHESP renewal information
Contact Information
To register for the exam, submit your application or confirm your registration, contact PSI at 858-875-3688 or examschedule@psionline.com.
For additional information about the CHESP Certification Workshop, contact the AHA Certification Center at 312-422-3702, or certification@aha.org.
To contact the AHE Education team call 312-422-3800 or email them at ahe@aha.org.
CHESP Certificants
Find the current, full list of Certified Health Care Environmental Services Professionals.