Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS)
The Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) is a credential awarded by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) through the Certification Board for Professionals in Patient Safety (CBPPS). It validates a professional's proficiency in the core standards of patient safety by passing a rigorous, evidence-based examination . The program is fully accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) and is recognized as a Magnet® certification . The exam covers four updated domains: Culture; Systems Thinking, Human Factors Engineering, and Design; Safety Risks and Responses; and Performance Measurement, Analysis, Improvement and Monitoring . As of recent data, more than 8,000 professionals across all 50 U.S. states and dozens of countries have earned the credential, representing roles such as patient safety officers, quality and risk managers, nurses, physicians, and pharmacists . The certification is valid for three years, requiring recertification through continuing education or re-examination .
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