Prepare for the Initial Certification Exam
To prepare of the initial exam, we recommend that candidates review the following resources:
- HMDCB's Expand Content Blueprint – is an expansion of HMDCB's Content Blueprint, the form used to develop all exam questions. The guide provides a detailed outline of the blueprint's five content domains, inlcuding recommended preparatory resources and three sample questions per domain. The guide is included with the initial application fee. A digital copy will be provided via email after submitting the initial application.
- HMDCB Candidate Handbook - to learn all details and examination administration requirements.
- HMDCB Content Blueprint to review the five content areas on the examination.
- PSI Candidate Information Page to learn about what to expect on test day.
- Exam Scheduling Guide to review how to schedule your exam online with PSI.
The below organizations also offer useful resources and study materials:
- American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM)
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
- National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO)
- Weatherbee Resources
- Fast Facts & Concepts
- State hospice and palliative care organizations.
The HMDCB Expanded Content Blueprint and the above organizations' services or products are not guaranteed to comprehensively prepare applicants for the exam.
