CTH® Program

The ISTM Certificate of Knowledge^TM Program was created to:

• Establish internationally recognized standards of knowledge for travel medicine practitioners
• Assess the level of knowledge demonstrated by travel medicine practitioners in a valid and
• reliable manner
• Encourage professional development in the field of travel medicine
• Formally recognize individuals who pass the Certificate of Knowledge^TM Examination
• Serve the public by promoting quality travel medicine services
• Demonstrate the global validity of epidemiological data and preventive strategies

As with most healthcare disciplines, the practice of travel medicine is a changing and evolving field. In recognition of the critical need for travel medicine practitioners to maintain and increase their skills and knowledge, ISTM has developed a continuing professional development program for travel medicine practitioners. The program is structured around a 10-year cycle of professional education, study and involvement in the field of travel medicine.

Activities which comprise this program include, but are not limited to: passing an examination, educational programs and products, writing, editing and reviewing publications, teaching, research, clinical work and other professional development in which travel medicine practitioners participate.

ISTM welcomes applications from all qualified professionals who provide travel medicine-related services on a full- or part-time basis. The exam is open to all licensed travel medicine professionals, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists and others. Both ISTM members and non-members are eligible to participate.