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Free CHFM Exam Prep

Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM)

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Your Study Path

CHFM CHFM License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

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Phase 1You are here

Reinforce compliance-heavy content and key healthcare facility regulations.

40
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Phase 2

Train maintenance/operations and project-management domains using case sets.

46
hours
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Phase 3

Cover administration and finance with leadership and budgeting scenarios.

28
hours
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Phase 4

Take timed CHFM simulations and close final competency gaps.

22
hours
Estimated total study time
136 hours
That's about 14 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the CHFM Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
High school, associate, or bachelor's pathway accepted per handbook
Experience
Must meet pathway-specific years in associated engineering plus healthcare management/supervisory experience
Additional Requirements
  • Apply via AHA Certification Portal and complete testing within 90-day eligibility window
  • Schedule at PSI test center or live remote proctoring after eligibility confirmation
  • Recertify every 3 years by CE hours or exam option

CHFM Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-16 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

PSI

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

Candidates who do not pass may reapply and retest, with full exam fee required for each subsequent attempt.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$275 member / $425 non-member
Total Estimated Cost$275-$425 per attempt, excluding optional prep resources
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The official pass rate is AHA Certification Center does not publish CHFM credential-specific public pass-rate statistics.. Our students do better.

200 Practice Questions

Facility operations and compliance scenarios aligned to AHA CHFM domain distribution.

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What You'll Study

6 chapters covering everything you need to pass

CHFM Exam Details

Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM)

Administered by AHA Certification Center (American Hospital Association)

Official Source
Pass/Fail (AHA does not publish a public numeric cut score)
Passing Score
110
Questions
2
Hours
$275 member or $425 non-member
Exam Fee
Study time: 100-160 hours
Prerequisites: Meet one CHFM education/experience pathway combining associated engineering and healthcare management/supervisory years.
Valid for: 3 years

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official AHA Certification Center (American Hospital Association) content outline

Compliance33%

Regulatory and compliance responsibilities in healthcare facility operations.

Healthcare Project Management18%

Capital and project management planning, delivery, and oversight.

Maintenance and Operations27%

Core facility systems, operations continuity, and maintenance programs.

Finance Management10%

Budgeting, cost control, and financial stewardship for facility functions.

Administration12%

Leadership, staffing, policy, and administrative management responsibilities.

What's Included

6 Chapters

Complete exam coverage

Practice Quizzes

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What's Next After the CHFM?

After passing the CHFM, you can pursue these career paths

CHC

Pursue Certified Healthcare Constructor for deeper project/construction specialization.

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CPHQ

Pair facilities leadership with healthcare quality improvement credentialing.

System Facilities Director Roles

Use CHFM to advance into regional/system-level facilities leadership roles.

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CHFM Exam FAQ

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