Certified Corporate Housing

(CCHP) Professional Certification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the value of having the CCHP designation?

How is the CCHP program governed?

Who is eligible for the CCHP?

What is the cost for the exam at the 2007 Conference?

When is the examination?

How is the exam assessed?

Who writes the CCHP exam?

If I pass the examination, will I be recognized for my achievement?

What if I need to retake the exam?

What is the value of having the CCHP designation?

Becoming a Certified Corporate Housing Professional shows your clients you are committed to the corporate housing industry and you confident in your knowledge and expertise in meeting their unique and diverse needs. Among individuals within the corporate housing industry, this designation offers a mark of distinction that offers a wide range of benefits.

How is the CCHP program governed?

The CCHP program is overseen by the CHPA Education Committee. The committee, comprised of corporate housing professionals, has compiled the content for the CCHP exam. They volunteer their time to ensure creditability and validity of the program.

Who is eligible for the CCHP?

• Those who hold a high school diploma or GED
• Must have a minimum of two years experience in the corporate housing or related industry (e.g., hotels, property management, real estate, relocation)
• Must read and sign the CHPA Code of Ethics Statement

What is the cost for exam at the 2007 Conference?

The examination fees are $400 for CHPA members and $500 for non-members. A Study Guide (free of charge) is available directly from CHPA for members. There is a fee of $195 for non-members. Exam fees and study guide fees must be submitted with the application.

When is the examination?

The initial exam will be offered in conjunction with the CHPA 2007 Annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas . There will be two exam times on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. You will be assigned a time when you register for the exam.

How is the exam assessed?

The examination has 100 multiple-choice questions to be completed in two hours and tests three domains of knowledge:

•  Operations

•  Financial Management

•  Marketing and Sales

Who writes the CCHP exam?

CHPA developed the certification exam in conjunction with nationally recognized subject matter experts, and under the guidance of psychometricians (experts in test development). This team approach ensures that both the exam contact and format are statistically accurate and valid.

If I pass the examination, will I be recognized for my achievement?

Each person who obtains the CCHP Certification will be indicated in the online and printed Membership Directory and highlighted in CHPA communications to the industry. You will also receive a letter of achievement and a certificate suitable for framing to proudly display your commended achievement.

What if I need to retake the exam?

•  Candidates must wait a minimum of six months between exams.

•  Candidates are allowed to take the exam three times in succession.

•  If candidate do not pass three exams, they must wait a minimum of one year before taking the next test examination.

•  Additional Study Guide materials will be purchased at the candidate's discretion. All costs for materials will be borne by the candidate.

•  Retake exam fees will be determined annually and will cover direct costs associated with the exam.