NBPHE

Key Messages

These key messages can be used as talking points with students, taglines to be promoted through the school, or as answers to the frequently asked question “Why should I earn the CPH credential?” To see the complete NBPHE Communications Toolkit, click here.

Certify Your Commitment to Public Health

You embarked in the field of public health to make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities. As the field of public health grows and its mission becomes more defined, it is crucial for public health professions to demonstrate their commitment to its evolution and the CPH is the next logical step in your professional development. By becoming certified you demonstrate your commitment to keep current on the science, adhere to the professional values and distinguish yourself from other professionals. Through continuing education and ongoing professional development opportunities, the CPH allows you to certify and solidify your dedication. With this, the entire field is elevated to new standards and the health of the public can continue to be enhanced.

Stay Ahead. Get Certified.

The practice of public health is continuously changing as new scientific advancements and discoveries progress the field. The CPH takes over where school leaves off. Through the maintenance of certification program, you are provided opportunities to stay ahead of the new developments in public health. The CPH sends a message to employees, colleagues, and the public that at any moment, you are a prepared public health professional current in the skills required on the job.

Raise the Bar. Get Certified in Public Health

As reports claim that large numbers of public health workers will be retiring in the coming years, it is more essential than ever to ensure the quality of our new public health professionals. Increasing awareness about the importance of public health and public health professionals is fundamental for the forward progress of the field. The CPH demonstrates the certificants' mastery in all five core competencies of public health, plus the additional cross-cutting competencies. Those that are certified raise the bar and enhance the public health profession. By elevating public health professionals to high level of skill and competency, the health of our public and our world benefits greatly.