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Category - Canadian College of Health Information Management

What happens to my CHIM professional designation if I move to the HICA designation?

Date: May 15, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: Certified in Health Information Management (CHIM), General, Health Information-Certified Associate (HICA)

What is the process of converting from the HICA designation to the CHIM designation?

Date: May 15, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: Certified in Health Information Management (CHIM), General, Health Information-Certified Associate (HICA)

I’m interested in learning more about accredited health information programs. Where can I find the program directory?

Date: April 4, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: CHIM NCE, CHIM pathways, General

How to request an official replacement certificate

Date: April 2, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: General

Does every accredited program have a work placement or practicum?

Date: April 18, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: General, Program directory - to be reviewed

Where can I learn about an accredited program’s format, duration, tuition costs, and more?

Date: April 18, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: General, Program directory - to be reviewed

How do I submit my transcript?

Date: May 21, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: Exams

How are certification exams scored?

Date: May 21, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: Exams

How do I view my national certification examination grades?

Date: April 2, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: Exams

What do I do if my membership expires before I write my NCE?

Date: July 29, 2024
By: Alisha Peto
Categories: Exams, Renewal