Study Resources

Use the following resources to prepare for the CPH exam. Print this CPH Study Checklist keep track of your progress.

Self-Assessment

Complete your self-assessment to discover which domain areas are your strongest and which you may need to focus on a bit more.

Starting Tips for Studying

Some tips on how to get started with studying

Content Outline

Explore this outline of the domain areas on the CPH exam

Sample Exam Questions

Get a feel for the type of questions on the CPH exam

Practice Exam #1

Test your knowledge of the domain areas with a practice exam

Practice Exam #2

Test your knowledge of the domain areas with a practice exam

Personal Action Plan

Use the fillable Personal Action Plan to develop your own exam prep strategy

Prepare

After completing your self-assessment, utilize these resources to study for the exam.

DISCLAIMER: The following resources do not guarantee a passing score on the CPH Certification Examination. No preparatory resource is endorsed by the NBPHE, nor is it a prerequisite to earning the CPH certification. The NBPHE Board and certification staff are not involved in developing any preparatory resources. The NBPHE Board and certification staff are solely responsible for the policies and administration of the CPH Certification Program.

On-Demand CPH Review Webinars

Access on-demand webinars on domain areas of the CPH exam

NBPHE CPH Study Guide

Use this to prepare for the CPH exam. Featuring practice exams, questions, and study resources.

APHA CPH Exam Review Guide

Test your practical knowledge and review critical content with this book by APHA

Springer CPH Q&A Exam Review

Over 600 multiple-choice, single-best-answer questions with answers and detailed rationales

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