Study Guide Blog
81 companion articles for the CHES & MCHES certification exam prep video series. Each article includes a TL;DR, key topics, and FAQs.
Introduction
CHES & MCHES Course Welcome
Welcome to the CHES & MCHES Exam Preparation Course! In this first video, we introduce the course structure, what to exp...
CHES and MCHES Exam Format
Welcome back to the CHES & MCHES Exam Preparation Course! In this video, we break down the exam format for both the CHES...
Deconstructing the NCHEC Scenarios
In this video, we break down how to approach the scenario-based questions that are central to the CHES and MCHES exams. ...
Master The Distractors Trap to Avoid
In this video, we focus on one of the biggest challenges on the CHES and MCHES exams — distractors. These are the answer...
Area I — Assessment of Needs and Capacity
The Assessment Roadmap Big Picture
We begin our deep dive into Area I: Assessment of Needs and Capacity. Before getting into the individual competencies, t...
Primary and Secondary Data Sources
In this video, we break down one of the foundational concepts within Area I: the difference between primary and secondar...
Gathering Quantitative Primary Data
In this video, we focus on how health educators gather quantitative primary data as part of the needs assessment process...
Gathering Qualitative Primary Data
In this video, we turn our attention to qualitative primary data — the stories, perspectives, and lived experiences that...
Identifying Stakeholder Partnerships
Mastering Stakeholder Partnerships for the CHES & MCHES Exams! (Video 9) Identifying and engaging with the right stakeh...
Selecting Intervention Best Practices
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Social Determinants of Health
In Video 11 of our comprehensive MCHES and CHES exam study series, we dive into one of the most critical concepts in pub...
Area II — Planning Health Education/Promotion
The Planning Process and Committees
In this video, we explore the planning process in health education and the role of planning committees. Effective progra...
Mission, Vision, and Goals in Planning
This video covers the foundational elements of program planning: mission statements, vision statements, and goals. Under...
Writing SMART Objectives for Programs
In this video, we break down how to write SMART objectives for health education programs. SMART objectives are Specific,...
Process, Impact, and Outcome Objectives
This video explains the three main types of objectives used in health education planning: process, impact, and outcome o...
Logic Models in Health Education Planning
In this video, we explore how logic models are used in health education planning. A logic model is a visual tool that ma...
Educational Strategies and Learning Principles
This video covers educational strategies and learning principles used in health education program planning. Understandin...
Addressing Barriers to Implementation
In this video, we discuss common barriers to program implementation and strategies for overcoming them. Anticipating and...
Area II Planning Summary and Visual Recap
This video provides a comprehensive summary and visual recap of Area II: Planning Health Education/Promotion. We tie tog...
Area III — Implementing Health Education/Promotion
Introduction to Implementation Phases
We begin Area III with an introduction to the phases of program implementation. This video lays the groundwork for under...
Diffusion of Innovations Theory Explained
This video explains Everett Rogers' Diffusion of Innovations theory and how it applies to health education implementatio...
Health Belief Model HBM for Exam Review
In this video, we review the Health Belief Model (HBM), one of the most widely used theories in health education. The HB...
Social Cognitive Theory SCT Explained
This video breaks down Social Cognitive Theory (SCT), developed by Albert Bandura. SCT emphasizes the dynamic interactio...
Transtheoretical Model Stages of Change
In this video, we cover the Transtheoretical Model (TTM), also known as the Stages of Change model. This model describes...
PRECEDE-PROCEED Model for Implementation
This video explains the PRECEDE-PROCEED model, one of the most comprehensive planning and evaluation frameworks in healt...
Managing Human Resources and Volunteers
In this video, we discuss managing human resources and volunteers during program implementation. Effective personnel man...
Legal and Ethical Issues in Implementation
This video covers legal and ethical issues that arise during health education program implementation. Understanding liab...
Project Management Tools Gantt and PERT
In this video, we review essential project management tools used in health education: Gantt charts and PERT charts. Thes...
Cultural Competence in Program Delivery
This video explores cultural competence in the delivery of health education programs. Culturally competent practice ensu...
Area III Implementation Summary and Recap
This video provides a comprehensive summary and visual recap of Area III: Implementing Health Education/Promotion. We re...
Area IV — Conducting Evaluation and Research
Evaluation vs Research: Key Differences
We begin Area IV by examining the fundamental differences between evaluation and research. While they share many methods...
The Logic Model as an Evaluation Anchor
This video revisits the logic model from an evaluation perspective. The logic model serves as an anchor for evaluation b...
Formative vs Process Evaluation Explained
In this video, we compare formative and process evaluation. Both are used during program development and implementation,...
Impact vs Outcome Evaluation Explained
This video explains the differences between impact and outcome evaluation. Understanding when and how to use each type i...
Experimental Study Designs and RCTs
In this video, we cover experimental study designs, with a focus on randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Experimental de...
Non-Experimental Study Designs Overview
This video provides an overview of non-experimental study designs used in health education research. These designs descr...
Threats to Internal Validity Explained
In this video, we break down the major threats to internal validity in research and evaluation. Internal validity refers...
Threats to External Validity Explained
This video explains threats to external validity — the ability to generalize research findings to other populations, set...
Sampling Methods in Health Research
In this video, we review the major sampling methods used in health education research. Choosing the right sampling metho...
Instrument Reliability and Validity Guide
This video covers instrument reliability and validity — two critical concepts for evaluating measurement tools in health...
Qualitative Data Analysis for the Exam
In this video, we explore qualitative data analysis methods used in health education research and evaluation. Qualitativ...
Descriptive Biostatistics for Beginners
This video introduces descriptive biostatistics — the foundation of data analysis in health education. We cover the key ...
Inferential Stats and Hypothesis Testing
In this video, we cover inferential statistics and hypothesis testing. These methods allow researchers to draw conclusio...
Choosing the Right Statistical Test Guide
This video helps you choose the right statistical test for different research scenarios. Knowing which test to use is a ...
Area IV Summary: Key Formulas and Recap
This video wraps up Area IV with a summary of key formulas, concepts, and evaluation principles. Use this as a review to...
Area V — Advocacy
The Advocacy Process in Health Education
We begin Area V with an overview of the advocacy process in health education. Advocacy is a core competency for health e...
Advocacy vs Lobbying Explained
This video clarifies the important distinction between advocacy and lobbying. Health educators must understand the legal...
Health Impact Assessment HIA Steps
In this video, we cover Health Impact Assessment (HIA), a systematic process for evaluating the potential health effects...
Coalition Building and Maintenance
This video explores coalition building and maintenance in health education. Coalitions bring together diverse stakeholde...
Using Media for Health Advocacy
In this video, we discuss how to use media effectively for health advocacy. Media advocacy is a powerful tool for shapin...
Analyzing Health Policy for the Exam
This video covers health policy analysis — a key skill for health educators. Understanding how to analyze and evaluate h...
Professional Organizations NCHEC SOPHE APHA
This video reviews the major professional organizations in health education: NCHEC, SOPHE, and APHA. Understanding the r...
Area V Advocacy Summary Review
This video provides a summary review of Area V: Advocacy. We recap all the key concepts from the advocacy section to rei...
Area VI — Communication
Health Literacy and Numeracy Explained
We begin Area VI with health literacy and numeracy. Understanding how people access, process, and use health information...
Tailoring Messages and Segmentation
This video covers message tailoring and audience segmentation — essential skills for effective health communication. Tai...
Communication Channels Reach vs Impact
In this video, we examine different communication channels and the tradeoff between reach and impact. Choosing the right...
Social Marketing Concepts for the Exam
This video covers social marketing concepts essential for the CHES and MCHES exams. Social marketing applies commercial ...
Crisis and Risk Communication Guide
In this video, we cover crisis and risk communication — critical skills for health educators during emergencies and when...
Pre-Testing Health Education Materials
This video covers pre-testing health education materials — an essential step before distributing materials to your targe...
Facilitation Skills for Health Educators
In this video, we review facilitation skills essential for health educators. Effective facilitation enables group learni...
Area VI Communication Summary Review
This video provides a summary review of Area VI: Communication. We recap all the key communication concepts to reinforce...
Area VII — Leadership and Management
Strategic Planning in Health Education
We begin Area VII with strategic planning in health education. Strategic planning provides the roadmap for organizations...
Financial Management and Budgets
This video covers financial management and budgeting for health education programs. Understanding how to develop and man...
Grant Writing Basics for Health Educators
In this video, we cover grant writing basics for health educators. Securing funding through grants is a critical skill f...
Human Resources and Staff Development
This video covers human resources management and staff development in health education organizations. Building and maint...
Area VII Leadership Management Summary
This video provides a summary review of Area VII: Leadership and Management. We recap all the key concepts from strategi...
Area VIII — Ethics and Professionalism
Code of Ethics for Health Educators
We begin Area VIII with an overview of the Code of Ethics for the Health Education Profession. This code guides the ethi...
Responsibility to the Public Article I
This video covers Article I of the Code of Ethics: Responsibility to the Public. This article outlines the obligations h...
Responsibility to the Profession Art II
This video covers Article II of the Code of Ethics: Responsibility to the Profession. Health educators have a duty to up...
Responsibility to Employers Article III
This video covers Article III of the Code of Ethics: Responsibility to Employers. Health educators must balance their ob...
Delivery of Health Education Article IV
This video covers Article IV of the Code of Ethics: Responsibility in the Delivery of Health Education. This article add...
Research and Evaluation Ethics Article V
This video covers Article V of the Code of Ethics: Responsibility in Research and Evaluation. Ethical research practices...
CHES vs MCHES Credentialing Explained
This video explains the credentialing process for both CHES and MCHES certifications. Understanding the requirements, el...
Ethical Decision-Making Models Review
This video reviews ethical decision-making models used by health educators when facing ethical dilemmas. Having a struct...
Area VIII Ethics Professionalism Summary
This video provides a summary review of Area VIII: Ethics and Professionalism. We recap all the key concepts from the Co...
Bonus: Section 9 — MCHES Advanced Topics
Advanced Needs Assessment BPR Hanlon
This video covers advanced needs assessment methods for the MCHES exam, including the Basic Priority Rating (BPR) system...
Advanced Evaluation Multivariate Analysis
This video covers advanced evaluation methods and multivariate analysis for the MCHES exam. These statistical techniques...
Advanced Fiscal Management and Leadership
This video covers advanced fiscal management and leadership concepts for the MCHES exam. MCHES-level candidates need to ...
Hierarchical Leadership in Health Orgs
This video explores hierarchical leadership structures in health education organizations. Understanding organizational h...
Consultation Skills for Health Educators
This video covers consultation skills for health educators at the MCHES level. Consultation involves providing expert gu...
MCHES Advanced Topics Summary and Review
This video provides a comprehensive summary of all MCHES advanced topics. Use this as a final review before taking the M...