CHC Eligibility Checklist
- Both oral and written English proficiency is required.
The CHC does not offer accommodations for limited English proficiency. An English language proficiency test is not required. - The exam must be taken at a location in the United States or Canada.
To ensure exam security, the CHC requires that all test takers be physically present at a location in the United States or Canada on the day of their exam. This policy is applicable whether you are taking the exam at an approved Authorized Testing Center or via Online Remote Proctoring.
REQUIREMENTS
Completion of a minimum of 500 hours of theory and foundations of homeopathy from an ACHENA accredited program.
Completion of 500 hours of clinical training from an ACHENA accredited program – including at least 10 independently managed chronic cases with two follow-ups each, supervised by a CCH, DHANP, or DHT Certified Supervisor.
Successful completion of college-level courses in Anatomy and Physiology and Human Pathology.
Compliance and signature on required attestations regarding Fitness to Practice; CHC’s Code of Professional Ethics; CHC Client Healthcare Rights; and Confidentiality of Exam Questions.
- PATHWAY 2 – Requires approval of the CHC Pre-Qualification Evaluation (PQE) Committee prior to applying to take the exam. The application for a PQE review is found by registering in MyCHC.
Homeopaths who hold a license such as a BHMS or are registered with the College of Homeopaths of Ontario (CHO) may apply to take the CHC Certification Exam.
REQUIREMENTS
A copy of the official license/registration issued by the appropriate government agency.
A copy of an official transcript documenting the course of study in classical homeopathy
Compliance and signatures on required attestations regarding Fitness to Practice; CHC’s Code of Professional Ethics; CHC Client Healthcare Rights; and Confidentiality of Exam Questions.
(Payment of the PQE application fee.)
For Either Pathway
All applicants must set up an account in MyCHC to begin the application process.
- All applicants must submit documentation of their training, sign attestations, and pay an application fee.
- Once the exam committee verifies an application, the applicant is encouraged to register for the exam.
- A verified application is valid for one year after verification.
Beginning January 1, 2025
PATHWAY 1:
Graduates from schools or programs that have been accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Homeopathic Education in North America (ACHENA), have been approved by the College of Homeopaths of Ontario (CHO) or graduates from schools or programs that have earned candidate status from ACHENA. (Application Fee $35)
REQUIREMENTS
- A copy of official transcript(s) from an ACHENA accredited or CHO approved program, or from a school which has received candidate status from ACHENA verifying:
- Completion of a minimum of 500 hours of theory and foundations in classical homeopathy
- Completion of 500 hours of clinical training, including at least 10 independently managed chronic cases with two follow-ups each supervised by an experienced homeopath with a CCH.
- Successful completion of college-level courses in Anatomy & Physiology and Human Pathology.
- Compliance and signatures on required attestations regarding Fitness to Practice; CHC’s Code of Professional Ethics; CHC Client Healthcare Rights; and Confidentiality of Exam Questions.
PATHWAY 2:
All Other Applicants (PQE Review $75, Application Fee $35)
REQUIREMENTS
- A copy of an official school transcript(s) documenting 1000 hours of a sequential, comprehensive, cohesive, homeopathic program of study* which includes:
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- 500 hours of study in the foundations, history and theory of classical homeopathy including study of materia medica, repertory, posology, ethics, professional practice, case taking, case analysis, case follow-up and management
- 500 hours of homeopathic clinical training. Clinical training is roughly divided into two parts.
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- Part 1 consists of 250 hours of documented clinical observation.
- Part 2 consists of 250 hours of clinical analysis and must include: A minimum of 10 independent cases with two follow-ups each; presented in written case reports and supervised by an experienced homeopath with a CCH. The 10 cases must be verified on the transcript or on the CHC Clinical Training Log.
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- A copy of an official transcript for college level courses in: Anatomy & Physiology and Human Pathology
- Course descriptions, syllabi or a detailed program description issued by the school OR a government issued license or registration in classical homeopathy.
- Signed attestations regarding Fitness to Practice; CHC’s Code of Professional Ethics; CHC Client Healthcare Rights; and Confidentiality of Exam Questions.
Note: Applicants outside the US and Canada may be asked to verify their education through evaluation services such as AACRAO, ECE, or WES.
*Certificates from individual courses/seminars are not accepted.
Work/Study Visas
Reciprocal Agreements
The CHC does not have reciprocal agreements with any homeopathic certifying, licensing or registering organizations within or outside of the United States or Canada. All applicants who have been educated in non-accredited ACHENA schools outside the US or Canada must meet all requirements for qualifying to take the CHC exam.