Continuing education must be earned within your three year renewal cycle and be relevant to the healthcare information and management system field in one of the six types below:
Healthcare Information and Technology Continuing Education
Download the full HIMSS Certification Renewal Requirements document here.
Non-Qualifying Continuing Education Activities
Responsibilities that fall within the normal parameters of an individual's job description do not qualify for CE hours. These activities include, but not limited to, the following:
- Staff meetings
- Grand rounds
- Preparation for and/or participation in accreditation and licensure surveys
- Preparation of procedure, policy, or administrative manuals
- Conducting tours
- Participation in career day activities
- Development of employee and staff training materials
- Published materials and/or presentations developed as a direct part of an individual's employment
- Instructing or teaching a class
- Summarizing articles, audiotapes, or video