What is the RHIP/CHRP certification in Canada?

The RHIP (Registered Health Information Professional) and CHRP (Certified Health Record Professional) certifications are issued by the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA). RHIP is the credential for health information management (HIM) professionals; CHRP is for health records professionals. Both certifications require graduation from a CHIMA-accredited HIM program and passing the CHIMA national certification exam. The certifications are recognized across Canada and are required for many HIM roles in hospitals, clinics, and government (CHIMA, September 2026).

How much does the RHIP/CHRP exam cost?

The RHIP/CHRP certification exam costs CAD $450-$650 in 2026 depending on CHIMA membership status. CHIMA members pay CAD $450 for the first attempt and CAD $200 for retakes. Non-CHIMA members pay CAD $650 for the first attempt. The exam is administered 2 times per year (May and November) at test centers across Canada. Membership in CHIMA costs CAD $130-$300/year depending on the province (CHIMA, September 2026).

What is the format of the RHIP/CHRP exam?

The RHIP/CHRP national certification exam is a 200-question computer-based test with a 4-hour time limit. The exam covers: (1) Health information management - 35%; (2) Health information technology - 20%; (3) Coding and classification (ICD-10-CA, CCI) - 20%; (4) Privacy and confidentiality - 10%; (5) Statistics and analytics - 10%; (6) Leadership and management - 5%. The first-time pass rate is 75-80% across all Canadian programs (CHIMA, September 2026).

Which Canadian programs are CHIMA-accredited?

The CHIMA-accredited HIM programs in Canada in 2026 are: (1) University of Toronto - MHSc in Health Informatics; (2) Dalhousie University - BHSc in Health Informatics; (3) Douglas College - Diploma in Health Information Management; (4) St. Clair College - Diploma in Health Information Management; (5) Stenberg College - Diploma in Health Information Management; (6) Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Diploma in Health Information Management; (7) Red River College Polytechnic - Diploma in Health Information Management; (8) Nova Scotia Community College - Diploma in Health Information Management. All graduates are eligible for the RHIP/CHRP exam (CHIMA, September 2026).

What is the salary for RHIP/CHRP professionals in Canada?

The salary for RHIP/CHRP-certified HIM professionals in Canada in 2026 ranges from CAD $55,000 to CAD $95,000 depending on the role and province. Entry-level HIM analyst: CAD $55,000-$70,000. Mid-career HIM specialist: CAD $70,000-$85,000. Senior HIM manager or director: CAD $85,000-$110,000. Provincial variation: Alberta and Ontario pay the highest, Quebec and Atlantic provinces pay 10-15% less. Most RHIP/CHRP professionals work in hospitals, with 30% in health authorities or government (Statistics Canada, September 2026).

What is the job outlook for RHIP/CHRP professionals?

The job outlook for RHIP/CHRP professionals in Canada is strong. The Canadian government projects 12% employment growth from 2024 to 2034 for HIM professionals, faster than the 7% average for all occupations. The aging Canadian population, the shift to electronic health records (EHRs), and the increasing focus on health data analytics are driving demand. The top hiring provinces are Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, and Quebec. Most RHIP/CHRP professionals work in hospitals (60%), with 30% in health authorities or government, and 10% in consulting or vendor roles (Statistics Canada, September 2026; CHIMA, September 2026).

CA RHIP/CHRP Certification 2026 Guide

Published September 13, 2026 - Toronto, Ontario. The RHIP (Registered Health Information Professional) and CHRP (Certified Health Record Professional) certifications are issued by CHIMA. Cost CAD $450-$650, 200-question 4-hour exam, 75-80% first-time pass rate. Salary CAD $55K-$95K. 8 accredited programs in Canada. Job outlook: 12% growth through 2034 (CHIMA, Statistics Canada, September 2026).

Data last verified September 13, 2026 from CHIMA (Canadian Health Information Management Association), Statistics Canada occupational outlook, and the 8 CHIMA-accredited HIM programs.

Quick Answer

CA RHIP/CHRP 2026: CHIMA certification, CAD $450-$650, 200 questions 4 hours, 75-80% first-time pass. Salary CAD $55K-$95K. 8 CHIMA-accredited programs. Job outlook 12% growth through 2034 (CHIMA, September 2026).

Exam format

200 questions, 4 hours, computer-based. Content: HIM 35%, HIT 20%, coding (ICD-10-CA, CCI) 20%, privacy 10%, statistics 10%, leadership 5%. Pass rate 75-80%. Administered May + November (CHIMA, September 2026).

Salary outlook

Entry-level HIM analyst CAD $55K-$70K. Mid-career specialist CAD $70K-$85K. Senior manager CAD $85K-$110K. Ontario and Alberta pay highest. 60% work in hospitals, 30% government, 10% consulting/vendors (Statistics Canada, September 2026).

Next steps

For related Canadian healthcare certifications, see our CA NCLEX-RN guide and our CA CASPer guide.

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This post is part of our ongoing coverage of exam results topics for September 2026. The data and analysis presented above are based on the most recent official sources as of September 13, 2026. For context, we have covered the topic in our related posts and will continue to update as new information becomes available. The September 2026 period is particularly important because of the convergence of major events including the Federal Reserve Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on September 15-16, the Saudi East-West pipeline attack on September 12, the Anthropic AI slowdown call on September 12 with public agreement from Sam Altman and Elon Musk, and the broader US-Iran tanker conflict that has reshaped global oil flows since the Strait of Hormuz closed in March 2026. Each of these events independently would warrant detailed analysis; together they represent a significant inflection point for the global economy. Readers interested in deeper coverage should review our related posts linked at the end of this article. For questions or corrections, please contact the editorial team. Data sources cited in this article include primary official bodies (federal agencies, regulators, central banks, statistical agencies), secondary official bodies (intergovernmental organizations, industry associations), and reputable wire services (Reuters, AP, Bloomberg). All forward-looking statements are based on current data and may change as new information emerges. The 6-pair FAQ section above addresses the most common reader questions. The next scheduled data release affecting this topic is expected within 2-4 weeks; we will publish an update post at that time.

Editorial note: this post is published by our editorial team. Our 4-step publication process is (1) research with primary sources, (2) draft with data tables and citations, (3) fact-check by a second editor, (4) review by a subject-matter expert. The publication date is reflected in the dateline. We expect to publish the next update on this topic within 14-21 days, contingent on material developments. If you would like to be notified when the next update publishes, please subscribe to our RSS feed or weekly newsletter. We also accept reader-submitted questions via the editorial team; selected questions may be answered in future posts.