Recertification - ABGH

Recertification

Maintaining Excellence in Global Health Practice

Ongoing Commitment to Excellence

At the American Board of Global Health (ABGH), board certification represents more than technical knowledge—it reflects an ongoing commitment to ethical, evidence-based, and equity-driven public health leadership. Recertification ensures that certified professionals remain current with evolving global health standards, international policy frameworks, and emerging challenges in global care delivery.

5-Year Recertification Cycle

All Certified in Global Health (CGH) professionals must renew their credential every 5 years to maintain active board-certified status and stay current with the latest developments in global health practice.

Continuous Learning Focus

The recertification process emphasizes continuous professional development, ensuring certified professionals maintain expertise in global health competencies and stay aligned with best practices.

Recertification Timeline

Your 5-year recertification journey

Accumulate CME/CPD Credits

Complete required continuing education credits in global health domains

Submit Application & Assessment

Submit recertification application and complete continuous certification quiz

Submit Application & Assessment

Submit recertification application and complete continuous certification quiz

Continuing Education Requirements

100 CME/CPD credits required within the 5-year cycle

60

Global Health Core Domains

Global Epidemiology, Health Systems, Emergency Response

20

Ethics, Human Rights, or Global Policy

International Health Law, WHO/UN Frameworks, SDGs

20

Electives

Digital Global Health, Climate & Health, Cross-Cultural Leadership

Total: 100 CME/CPD Credits

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Accepted CME/CPD Activities

Qualifying activities for recertification credit

Qualifying Activities Include:

Accredited CME (e.g., APHA, WHO, CEPH, AMA, or equivalent)
Participation in ABGH-recognized training or fellowships
Teaching or mentoring in global/public health programs (up to 20 credits)
Peer-reviewed publications in global health
Completion of ABGH-endorsed QI projects or global health research

Continuous Certification Assessment

Brief competency assessment every 5 years

Format

50 Questions

Multiple choice, open-book

Focus Areas

Global health updates, equity principles, policy shifts, and best practices

Frequency

Every 5 Years

Fee: $295 (may be waived for CME/CPD excellence)

Ready to Recertify?

Complete your recertification application

Log CME Credits

Track your continuing education credits

Submit Documentation

Upload CME transcripts and certificates

Take Assessment

Complete the recertification quiz

Pay Fee

Complete recertification payment

Start Your Recertification Application

Ready to renew your CGH credential? Access the secure ABGH member portal to begin your recertification process.