Discontinued Credentials

There will not be an opportunity for new applicants to take the CFOI, CFSSA, RFSA, HHS, or CIOWTS examinations. However, the credentials are still recognized and maintained through our credential maintenance program. You can continue to enter continuing education hours through your MyNEHA account. We will email you a renewal notice 30, 60, and 90 days prior to your credential expiring.

Certified Foodborne Outbreak Investigator Credential (CFOI)

• 24 CE hours needed
• $130 renewal fee for members
• $345 renewal fee for non-members

Certified in Food Safety Supplier Audits Credential (CFSSA)

• 24 CE hours needed
• $195 renewal fee for members
• $310 renewal fee for non-members

Registered Food Safety Auditor Credential (RFSA)

• 24 CE hours needed
• $195 renewal fee for members
• $310 renewal fee for non-members

Healthy Homes Specialist Credential (HHS)

If you are interested in obtaining a Healthy Housing Principles Certificate or Healthy Homes Evaluator Certificate, visit the Building Performance Institute.

• 15 CE hours needed
• $125 renewal fee for members
• $255 renewal fee for non-members

Certified Installers of Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems Credential (CIOWTS)

For applicants interested in taking the CIOWTS exam, credential testing is now offered through the Iowa Onsite Waste Water Association (IOWWA). Test dates and locations can be found on their website. Testing is generally offered each spring and fall.

• 12 CE hours needed
• $125 renewal fee for members and non-members

For questions, email our Credentialing Department.