American Heart Association Launches Digital Health Certification to Transform Cardiac Care

The American Heart Association has introduced a new professional certification program designed to help healthcare providers navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of digital cardiac care technologies. The Digital Health in Cardiac Care certification aims to bridge the gap between traditional medical practice and emerging remote patient monitoring systems while ensuring patient privacy and compatibility with existing healthcare infrastructure.

This certification represents the fourth offering in the Certified Professional by the American Heart Association science-based portfolio, joining existing certifications in telehealth, telehealth stroke, and tobacco treatment. Developed by the American Heart Association Center for Telehealth®, the program establishes standardized training protocols and validates healthcare providers' expertise in technology-enabled clinical environments. The certification process applies the same rigorous standards used by the Association for hospital certifications, demonstrating the organization's commitment to maintaining quality across all levels of cardiac care.

Digital health in cardiac care encompasses the comprehensive use of wearable devices, smartphone applications, telehealth platforms, and remote monitoring systems to help individuals manage and prevent heart conditions outside traditional clinical settings. According to Dr. Lee H. Schwamm, a volunteer member of the American Heart Association Center for Telehealth Expert Panel, this certification maintains quality standards while significantly boosting patient engagement and empowering providers to manage chronic conditions more effectively through digital tools.

The certification program includes comprehensive digital health literacy training, evidence-based online education combining research with hands-on experiences, and assessment delivery through live remote-proctoring. Successful candidates receive certification awards and credentials valid for three years, with renewal available through American Heart Association platforms. Enrollment is open to licensed healthcare professionals, those pursuing licensure, and health and wellness specialists using digital health tools for patient monitoring and engagement.

Through December 31, customers purchasing the Digital Health in Cardiac Care Certification and Coursework Bundle can complete an additional Telehealth Certification and Coursework Bundle at no extra cost by using code TELEBOGO at checkout on the Professional Education Hub at https://cpr.heart.org. The program's development comes as healthcare systems increasingly rely on digital solutions to manage cardiovascular diseases, which remain a leading cause of mortality worldwide. With a stroke coordinator certification planned for later this year, the American Heart Association continues to expand its professional education offerings to address evolving healthcare needs.