CAHIMS

Certified Associate in Healthcare Information and Management Systems

The CAHIMS certification is ideal for entry-level professionals or those newer to digital health and healthcare information and management systems. It offers a pathway for expanding and diversifying industry knowledge, positioning you as a rising professional in digital health.

Who is this course for: Early-career professionals and career changers

What you’ll gain with a CAHIMS Certification

Certification demonstrates that you have met a standard of professional body of knowledge and reached a milestone in your professional development. Many organisations require or encourage job candidates to obtain certification from HIMSS.

Fundamental Knowledge
Showcase your proficiency in digital health and healthcare information systems, demonstrating your skills and knowledge early in your career.

Recognised Credibility
Build a strong foundation that sets you apart, helping you develop your abilities, gain valuable experience, expand your professional network, and unlock new career opportunities.

Continuous Professional Growth
Stay ahead in the dynamic digital health industry by committing to continuous learning and professional development.

Are you ready to support your team on their professional development journey?

Evolve Health Digital, an accredited HIMSS partner, is proud to be the only Australian partner offering the CAHIMS certification course.

There are flexible pathways to achieve your certification:

  • Bring the course into your organisation with tailored, in-person or virtual facilitation for groups.

  • Align the course with your team's professional development goals across 9 modules covering the CAHIMS exam domains.

CAHIMS Certification Information

All the details you need to know about participating in our CAHIMS certification.

    1. Healthcare environment

    2. Technology environment

    3. Clinical informatics

    4. Analysis

    5. Design

    6. Selection, implementation, support and maintenance

    7. Testing and evaluation

    8. Privacy and security

    9. Management and leadership

  • A two-day interactive course conducted in person or virtually whatever best suits your team

  • To qualify for the CAHIMS Exam and earn your certification, it is recommended you meet one of the following criteria:

    Option 1:

    • Hold a Certificate, diploma or equivalent, and

    • Complete at least 45 hours of continuing education in healthcare information technology, digital health, or informatics (aligned with CAHIMS Exam Topics), or
      Accumulate       150 hours of experience in an IT or healthcare setting (volunteer, internship, practicum, or work).

    Option 2:

    • Hold a degree from an accredited institution, and

    • Complete at least 25 hours of continuing education in healthcare information technology, digital health, or informatics (aligned with CAHIMS Exam Topics), or
      Accumulate       75 hours of experience in an IT or healthcare setting (volunteer, internship, practicum, or work).

  • Complete the course with Evolve
    Evolve offers a comprehensive course covering key topics found in the CAHIMS Exam.

    Consider reviewing additional resources:
    HIMSS provides additional materials to support your preparation, including:

    • Books, including the CAHIMS Review Guide

    • CAHIMS Competency Gap Assessment

    • Evolve will provide you with a list of possible reading materials to support your preparation

    Self-Assessment Exam:
    The CAHIMS Self-Assessment Exam is a 50-question online practice test that mirrors the certification exam's structure and content areas. This isn’t included in the certification cost and can be purchased directly from HIMSS.
    Key Features:

    • Aligns with the CAHIMS certification exam in content and format (though shorter in length and not predictive of exam performance).

    • Provides detailed feedback on incorrect responses for targeted study.

  • Discuss registering your internal cohort with the Evolve team and be guided through the review course, and advised on how to get your team certified directly with HIMSS

  • Format: A two-hour exam with 115 multiple-choice questions (100 scored).

    • Focus: Demonstrates foundational knowledge and skills essential for emerging digital health professionals, establishing competency in core concepts and practices in healthcare information and management systems.

    • Location: Administered remotely via a secure, proctored internet-based platform.

    • Time: You have up to 90 days following your registration to sit the exam with HIMSS

    Steps to take the exam:

    1. Apply and receive your eligibility ID number.

    2. Schedule your exam through the online portal.

    Results: Candidates receive their results immediately upon completing the test.