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Community Health Worker

Community health worker classes

About the program

The Community Health Worker (CHW) certification course is a state-approved, 220-hour training designed to prepare individuals to work as frontline public health workers. CHWs serve as trusted liaisons between healthcare providers and their communities, focusing on outreach, patient education, informal counseling, advocacy, and facilitating access to essential health and social services.

class dates & info

  • NEXT CLASS: TBD
  • 10 Weeks, 220 contact hours
  • 100% Online Lecture

class meets

  • Online Lecture: 8 Weeks
  • Preassigned Practicum or Preapproved Employer: 2 weeks (30 hours per week)

tuition & fees

  • $800

Textbooks

  • Textbook is OPTIONAL, and can be purchased through Amazon
    • Foundations for Community Health Workers; 2nd Edition – $85.00
    • ISBN 978-1119060819

required documents

  • Copy of driver’s license
  • High School Diploma/Transcript or GED

Information packet & registration form

Please download and review the COURSE INFORMATION FLYER and COURSE REGISTRATION PACKET below.

registration process

Please be aware that the registration packets for these high-demand courses are provided below. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Do not submit your packet until all required documents are completed and included.

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