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How do I know if I need an exam prep course for the CIH?

The following are steps that will help you make that decision AND will help you succeed in your exam even if you do not take an exam prep course.

1. Find out the requirements

Make sure you visit the BGC (Board for Global EHS Credentialing)'s site to see if you meet the requirements to sit for the exam(s). Get your paperwork in order (transcripts, work history, etc.).

2. Review the exam details

The examination is designed to test your knowledge across the broad general practice of industrial hygiene. You should expect questions in all subject areas. Review the exam blueprint and determine which areas you know and which areas you need to study. This will help you be more effective with your studying. Note that each area makes up a different percentage of the exam's overall score. You do not need a perfect score to pass. Figure out how many questions in each area you need to answer correctly in order to pass.

Notice the references used for the exam. These references are good materials to review while studying.

3. Submit your application to the BGC (Board for Global EHS Credentialing)

The BGC (Board for Global EHS Credentialing) determines if your education and experience are enough to take the CIH exam. This is a crucial step before you consider taking an exam prep course. You may discover that you need more education or experience to be eligible to sit for the exam.

This is extremely important if your education was obtained outside of the United States. The BGC (Board for Global EHS Credentialing) determines your qualifying educational credits on a case-by-case basis.

4. Assess yourself

Now you have enough information to decide what you need to do next. Feel free to contact us if you have questions. Good luck!

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