This course is designed to provide individuals with the required knowledge, tools, and resources to become recognized as a certified Community Health Worker (CHW) in North Carolina working in a variety of healthcare and community settings (Health Departments, Hospitals, Federally Qualified Health Centers, Clinics, Faith-based Organizations, etc.).
Instruction is designed to cover the nine core competencies essential to working as a certified CHW, which include communication, capacity building, service coordination, interpersonal, advocacy, outreach, and personal/professional skills. The knowledge base competencies will cover health and social issues that disproportionately impact clients, including but not limited to chronic diseases such as diabetes, asthma, and cancer. Some of the social issues covered will include safety, emergency preparedness, social isolation, and adverse childhood experiences (ACES). Students will also learn about the changing healthcare landscape in North Carolina and how to work with their clients in connecting them to resources through NCCARE360 and others.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be 18 to participate.
- Students must provide a copy of their high school diploma or equivalent.
- Students must have a computer and reliable Internet.
- Moodle access required.
- Students must complete all assignments, quizzes, tests, and exams with a grade of 80% or higher to receive the certificate of completion.
FEES:
- Registration: $185.00
CERTIFICATION:
Upon completion of this training, students will be eligible for listing as a NC Certified Community Health Worker.
RESOURCES:
If there are not any courses or seats available, please complete the Course Interest button and someone from the college will contact you.
Registration is also available via phone, email or U.S.P.S. mail.
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