The CCHT-A shows that you are working at an advanced level of practice and have proven your knowledge and skills by passing the CCHT-A examination. The biggest benefit of this credential may be personal satisfaction. There may be benefits offered by your employer for earning this credential, this would need to be discussed with your employer.
The CCHT-A is an advanced credential for technicians that are working in an advanced dialysis technician level of practice, ie. precepting new technicians, for a minimum of 5 years and 5000 hours. The CCHT is an entry level certification credential.
No. The CCHT-A credential can only be obtained by taking and passing the CCHT-A certification examination.
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End-Stage Kidney Disease Program Interpretive Guidance Version 1.1
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician - Advanced® (CCHT-A®)
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