Introduction
The Certified HIPAA Security Specialist™ exam validates knowledge and skills in the core areas of HIPAA Administrative Safeguards, Physical Safeguards, Technology Safeguards and Security Technology Fundamentals.
Exam Grid
Exam Name |
Number of
Questions |
Time Allowed |
Passing Score |
Exam Format |
CHSS |
60 |
60 Minutes |
75% |
HIPAA Certification Online |
Exam Fees
The Certified HIPAA Security Specialist™ (CHSS™) exam fee is $495. Exam fees are not included in training costs.
Distribution of Questions
The Certified HIPAA Security Specialist™ (CHSS™) Exam is based on 4 Areas. The percentages of each domain in the exam are defined in the following Table:
| Examination Areas |
Percentage of Exam |
| 1.0 - HIPAA Administrative Safeguards |
25% |
| 2.0 – HIPAA Physical Safeguards |
25% |
| 3.0 – HIPAA Technical Safeguards |
25% |
| 4.0 – Security Technology Fundamentals |
25% |
| Total |
100 % |
Important Note: All Percentages are Approximate and Subject to Change at any time.
Exam Retake Policy
If the candidate does not pass the CHSS™ certification examination, he or she may register to take the certification examination online at a discount of $100.
