Certified In Healthcare Privacy And Security

About this certification

The candidates who want to specialize in the privacy and security dimensions of HIM generally apply for the Healthcare Privacy And Security exam. The credential involves designing, implementing, and administering programs in the healthcare sector. 

Who Should Apply for Healthcare Privacy And Security Exam?

Minimum qualification required:

1. Must have completed an Associates degree and six (6) years experience in healthcare privacy or security management OR 

2. Healthcare information management credential (RHIT) and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in healthcare privacy or security management OR 

3. Baccalaureate degree and a minimum of four (4 ) years experience in healthcare privacy or security management OR

4. Healthcare information management credential (RHIA) and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in healthcare privacy or security management OR

5.  Masters or related degree (JD, MD, or PhD) and two (2) years of experience in healthcare privacy or security management. 

Benefits of Certified In Healthcare Privacy And Security:

Increase in Knowledge: You will work on new technology in the field of privacy and security. Challenging situations will teach you a lot and improve your knowledge. Thus, you can work with big companies as well. 

Exam details

Number of Questions: 150 ( 125 scored questions and 25 unscored questions) 

Type of Questions: MCQ

Time allotted: 3.5 Hours

Examination Topics

1. Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Issues/Environmental Assessment (23-27%)

2. Program management and administration (23-27%)

3. Information Technology/Physical and Technical Safeguards (23-27%)

4. Investigation, Compliance, and Enforcement (23-27%)