AIOH COH Exam Preparation Training, Live Q&A Session

Candidates preparing for the upcoming October and November Certified Occupational Hygienist (COH)® exams are encouraged to join this live Q&A session as part of their exam preparation.

Before attending the Q&A, candidates are required to complete Modules 1 and 2 of the COH Exam Preparation Training. These updated pre-recorded modules provide an overview of the COH process and practical guidance to help candidates prepare for the exam.

Module 1, Overview of the COH Process

Self-paced pre-recorded session

Topics include:

• What it means to be a COH
• Understanding whether you are ready
• The COH exam process and objectives
• What to expect on the day
• Panel composition and exam mechanics

View Module 1 here 

Module 2, Preparing for the COH Exam

Self-paced pre-recorded session

Topics include:

• Structure of the scenario
• Interpreting a scenario
• Identifying key information
• Preparing for the unknown using a systematic approach
• Communicating information accurately and succinctly
• Practice scenarios

View Module 2 here 

Please complete Module 1 before progressing to Module 2, and complete both modules before attending the live Q&A.

Live Q&A Session

The live session provides candidates with an opportunity to ask questions arising from the preparation modules and clarify any areas before their upcoming COH exam.

Date: 7 October 2026
Time: 7.00 pm Melbourne time
Facilitators: Dr Jen Hines and Linda Apthorpe

Candidates with exams scheduled for October and November are strongly encouraged to set this time aside and attend.

Facilitators
Linda Apthorpe & Zach Bentley –  COH Board Members

The objective of these sessions is to prepare potential candidates for the upcoming virtual exams

This is a Q&A session where candidates can ask pending questions to assist in their prep for the COH Exams.

Target Audience

• All full members who have applied for COH and those who are considering applying
• First-time COH examiners and those who require a refresher are encouraged to register

By the end of this course, you should:

• Have an understanding of the COH examination process
• Know what to expect on the exam day
• Apply some of the tools and techniques to guide you to achieving the highest  professional level in the AIOH