Earn Your Certified Health Unit Coordinator (CHUC) Certification
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What does it mean to earn your Certified Health Unit Coordinator (CHUC) Certification?
Earning your CHUC certification proves to employers that you understand the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as a Health Unit Coordinator. As a Health Unit Coordinator, you will wear many hats, helping with everything from patient relations to monitoring compliance.
Why Earn Your Certification
Earning your certification proves to employers that you are knowledgeable in all aspects of your field. Here are some key reasons why you should earn your certification:
- Competitive advantage – Show hiring managers that you have the knowledge and skills to succeed
- Skills confidence – Apply for jobs with confidence that you are trained with industry-preferred skills that will ensure you are day-one ready
- Potential for promotion – Demonstrate that you are a go-getter and would be a great candidate for advancement
Certified Health Unit Coordinator (CHUC) Outcomes
This certification ensures individuals can:
- Manage communications between doctors, nurses, and patients for the health unit or hospital floor
- Protect confidentiality and patient rights
- Process admissions, discharges, and transfers
- Manage physician orders
- Interpret hospital terminology and abbreviations
- Operate communication equipment and computers
- Identify and correct potential hazards
- Adhere to customer/patient satisfaction service initiatives
- Respect cultural diversity
- Comply with regulatory agency guidelines/rules
Overview of the Issuing Authority
The National Association of Health Unit Coordinators, Inc. (NAHUC) is a professional association for health unit coordinators. Since 1982, their mission has been to promote health unit coordinating as a profession through both education and certification.
Certification Requirements
The requirements to take the CHUC exam include having earned a high school diploma/GED and having completed a health unit coordinator training course.
Select the right training program for your goals
Health Unit Coordinator
Prepare to be an integral support professional for doctors and nurses in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes as a Health Unit Coordinator.
Meet Your Training Specialist
Your Training Specialist is here to help you understand the program and payment options and succeed! Get in touch with your Training Specialist to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please let us know so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
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Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Training Specialist today!
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