CDI Study Resources

Preparing for the CDI exam is supported by comprehensive study resources available below.

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

CDI Personal Action Plan

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

CDI Exam Content Outline

Explore this outline of the domain areas on the CDI exam

Anatomy of Exam Questions

How to read, interpret, and answer one-best-answer questions.

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 Certification Examination. No preparatory resource is endorsed by the NBPHE, nor is it a prerequisite to earning the 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 Certification Program.

CDI Study Guide

Offering a detailed breakdown of the six exam domains to help build knowledge and confidence.

Interactive Study Guide

This interactive guide will help you identify gaps to work on while reinforcing knowledge you already have.

CDI Exam Review Sessions

Pick up valuable info from expert presenters as you prepare for your CDI exam

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