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2024 InFORM Continuing Education Credits
Attendees of the 2024 conference are able to earn continuing education (CE) hours through:NEHA: Learn more about NEHA CEs.CDC: Continuing education for this activity is pending. See final announcement for details. APHL: Learn more about earning ...
Know Before You Go
We are looking forward to seeing you for our 2024 Annual Educational Conference & Exhibition (AEC). Please reference this information about both in-person and virtual conference attendance.Virtual Platform/Mobile App Invitation LettersInvita...
AEC Continuing Education Credits
Registered attendees of the NEHA AEC can earn continuing education credits (CEs) by attending sessions. CEs can be used to maintain the credentials we offer. CEs can only be submitted for those that hold a NEHA credential.Tracking Your CEsIn-per...
Group Registration Instructions
Step 1. Create a MyNEHA Account A MyNEHA account is free to create and is required to register individuals for our conferences. Create Account Step 2. Complete Account Profile After creating your account, complete all required fields (name cont...
Student Opportunities at AEC
Student Reception All registered students are invited to a Student Reception Tuesday, July 15 6:30 – 8:30 pm for light appetizers, drinks and networking opportunities. Come share your insights (and business card) with environmental health stude...
Federal Updates
Documents1 - Office of Program Support, Coordination, and Implementation (OPSCI) Updates | PDF2 - Enteric Diseases Laboratory Branch (EDLB) Updates | PDF3 - Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Updates | PDF4 - Food Safety and Inspection Service (...
AEC Presenter Information
AEC abstract status notifications have been sent to presenters. We are now preparing a draft agenda and promotional materials for the 2025 AEC. Selected PresentersAccept or decline to present your abstract by Friday, December 13, 2024. Sessions ...
AEC Networking Events
Monday, July 14 Exhibition Grand Opening 6 – 8:30 pm Join fellow professionals and industry leaders for an engaging opportunity to explore the newest products and services shaping the future of environmental health! Enjoy light refreshments as y...
AEC Preconference Offerings
Please note, this is not an exhaustive list of all the Preconference sessions that will be offered. More sessions will be announced in the coming weeks. These sessions are eligible for Continuing Education credits unless otherwise noted.Registra...
AEC COVID-19 Guidance
We have your health in mind and will continue to monitor the community level for the AEC and adjust onsite guidance accordingly. We will follow all COVID-19 safety guidelines set by CDC. Guidelines are subject to change as needed. We ask all att...
REHS/RS Credential Reciprocity
If you hold a state REHS or RS credential, you may be eligible to receive the NEHA REHS/RS credential without re-examination (reciprocity).EligibilityTo be eligible for reciprocity you must:Have a valid, current state registration; andHave a bac...
State Exams
The following information is for state administrators and/or candidates ordering an exam to become a state-appointed Registered Sanitarian (RS), Registered ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Specialist (REHS), Licensed ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Professional (LEHP)...
Special Accommodations
Special Accommodations for Candidates with Disabilities or ImpairmentsIt is our goal to ensure that all individuals have the opportunity to take a credentialing examination irrespective of a disability or impairment.All computer test centers are...
REHS/RS Study Materials
Review these study references that are recommended to assist candidates in preparing for the Registered ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Specialist/Registered Sanitarian (REHS/RS) credential exam.Practice Exam Our practice exam for the REHS/RS credential ha...
REHS/RS Credential Exam Content & Scores
The REHS/RS exam consists of two parts with a total of 225 multiple choice questions.Part 1 asks 113 questionsPart 2 asks 112 questionsCandidates have three hours and 40 minutes to complete the entire exam or one hour and 50 minutes for each par...
REHS/RS Credential Eligibility & Application
Eligibility RequirementsCandidate must meet all of the criteria for Track A, Track B, or Track C to be eligible to apply for the REHS/RS exam.Track A – ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ DegreeCandidates must meet the following criteria to apply for this trac...
Registered ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Specialist/Registered Sanitarian Credential
The REHS/RS is our most predominant credential. Professionals who hold this credential demonstrate competency in an impressive range of environmental health topics including vector control, water quality, hazardous materials, air quality, built ...
Professional Conduct Policy
The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ (NEHA) has adopted a Professional Conduct Policy to safeguard the public from individuals who, in practice as NEHA credentialed professionals, might pose a danger to the public.All applicants for a N...
Insights from Credential Holders
For 80 years, we have fostered dedication, competency, and capability through professional credentialing. We provide a path to those who want to challenge themselves and keep learning every day. Earning a credential is a personal commitment ...
2025 InFORM Regional Meetings
The Integrated Foodborne Outbreak Response and Management (InFORM) Regional Meetings are coming to a town near you in early 2025. Benefits InFORM Regional Meetings support efforts to prevention and control of disease, disability, and death cause...
Discontinued Credentials
There will not be an opportunity for new applicants to take the CFOI, CFSSA, RFSA, HHS, CEHT, or CIOWTS examinations. However, the credentials are still recognized and maintained through our credential maintenance program. You can continue to en...
Environmental Assessments & Training
The CDC's environmental assessments are an important part of addressing foodborne illness by helping to:identify the underlying environmental causes of foodborne illness outbreaksrecommend steps to stop outbreaks and prevent future onesEnvironme...
Credential Exam Hours
ExamDurationDescriptionREHS/RS4 hours(2, 2-hour periods with a 10-minute break)250 multiple choice questionsCP-FS2.5 hours(no scheduled break)140 multiple choice questionsCCFS2.5 hours (no scheduled break)135 multiple choice questionsCFSSA3 hour...
Credential Code of Ethics
As an environmental professional, credentialed by the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, I hereby acknowledge, accept, and agree to abide by the following code of conduct and ethics:I shall endeavor to keep myself current and informed an...
CP-FS Online Review Course
The Certified Professional–Food Safety (CP-FS) online review course has been developed by industry experts from across the various food safety disciplines. The course provides participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to help ensure s...
CP-FS Credential Exam Content & Scores
The CP-FS exam consists of:140 questions; 120 are scored and 20 are unscored pilot questionsCandidates have two hours and 30 minutes to complete the examReview the exam outline of the seven content areas included in the exam and the percentage a...
CP-FS Credential Eligibility & Application
Eligibility RequirementsCandidates must meet all of the criteria for one of the following Tracks to be eligible to apply for the CP-FS exam.Bachelor's degree in any subjectOrAssociate's degreeValid, unexpired Certified Professional Food Manager ...
Certified Professional – Food Safety
CP-FS credential holders are most often employed in any retail food environment as a quality assurance or quality control manager, facility manager, food-safe chemical supplier, or in a more traditional food safety position such as a regulatory ...
Certified in Comprehensive Food Safety Credential
The Certified in Comprehensive Food Safety (CCFS) credential is a mark of distinction for more seasoned food safety professionals who have expertise in the manufacturing and processing areas, whether in a regulatory/oversight role, or in a food ...
Exam Scheduling & Admission
Candidates can schedule a certification exam:At a Pearson VUE's testing location anywhere in the United States. Individuals who take the exam at Pearson VUE will receive their unofficial scores immediately after the exam.At our Annual Educationa...
CCFS Exam Content & Scores
The CCFS exam consists of:135 multiple-choice questions; 120 are scored and 15 are unscored pilot questions (pilot questions are not called out)Candidates have two hours and 30 minutes to complete the examReview the exam outline of the seven dif...
CCFS Credential Eligibility & Application
EligibilityTo be eligible for the CCFS credential, a candidate must meet the following criteria of a track below:Bachelor's Degree TrackBachelor's degree in food science or environmental health from a degree program accredited by the National En...
Annual Educational Conference & Exhibition
We are looking forward to seeing you July 14 - 17, 2025 at our 2025 AEC in Phoenix, Arizona, and virtually, where we invite you to discover "Your Oasis in the Desert." In a time when challenges in the field of environmental h...
AEC Schedule
The 2025 AEC will provide the opportunity for attendees to earn continuing education credits in a variety of educational topic areas. Detailed Agendas Networking Events Our networking even...
AEC Accommodations & Travel
We understand that getting permission to travel to conferences and training events can be difficult. The message in the employee justification letter has been created to help you describe the benefits of attending the 2025 AEC to your supervisor...
AEC Exhibition & Sponsorships
Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors Gold Sponsor Our AEC & Exhibition is specifically designed to support the environmental health professionals and leaders w...
AEC Call for Abstracts
The call for abstracts for the 2025 AEC is open August 26 - September 27, 2024.Submit an AbstractAbstract Review CriteriaThe 2025 AEC Review Committee will review all submissions based on quality, relevance, impact, and originality. Prospective ...
Upcoming & Previous AECs
Future Annual Education Conference & Exhibitions2025Phoenix, ArizonaPhoenix Convention CenterJuly 14 – 17, 20252026Kansas City, MissouriSheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown CenterAugust 3 – 6, 20262024 AEC On-Demand Access Will Be Available t...