Activities are the individual methods (described within each of the activity types) by which CECH may be
earned. As always, personal and professional integrity should guide all CECH claims and documentation.
Areas of Responsibility are the broad entry-level skills necessary for the practice of health education in all settings. Each Area of Responsibility is assigned related Competencies.
Category I refers to CECH opportunities that relate to one or more of the Areas of Responsibility, and have
been preapproved by NCHEC (offered by designated providers).
Category II refers to CECH opportunities that relate to one or more of the Areas of Responsibility, but have
not been preapproved by NCHEC (offered by nondesignated providers).
Continuing Education Contact Hours (CECH) is earned through participation in experiences that assist
in the development or enhancement of the knowledge and skills directly related to the Areas of Responsibility
and the individual's professional occupation.
Designated Provider is an organization pre-approved by NCHEC to provide CECH opportunities for CHES.
Documentation is the evidence needed to support a CECH claim.
Professional Development is the application of planned learning activities designed to maintain and
enhance one's competence in health education following a previously attained level of professional
preparation (adapted from "Report of the 2000 Joint Committee on Health Education and Promotion
Terminology").
