A Community Health Worker (CHW) is someone who works within their community to connect people with the care and support they need. CHWs often come from the communities they serve, which helps them understand the unique challenges, cultures, and needs of their neighbors.
This program is designed for individuals passionate about creating change in BIPOC communities, rural areas, and low-income neighborhoods. As a CHW, you’ll play a vital role in advocating for equity, improving access to health services, and building trust within these communities.
Through this course, you’ll learn to connect individuals with local social services and healthcare providers, educate people about staying healthy, provide ongoing support and encouragement, and advocate for better resources. You’ll also discover how to empower others to advocate for themselves and their families, ensuring that health and wellness are accessible for all.
This course uses principles and practices of Popular Education, creating a space for participants to share and learn together. You’ll explore the roles of CHWs and gain knowledge on a range of relevant topics. By the end of the course, you'll understand key aspects of community and public health and how you can make a positive impact on individuals, families, and communities.
- 20, 4.50-hour live Zoom sessions guided by experienced facilitators.
- Gain access to a wide variety of resources, including strategy planning guides, skill implementation tools, tip sheets, and interactive activities tailored for Community Health Workers.
- Learn actionable strategies to address real-world challenges and make a meaningful difference in the health and well-being of your community.
Upon completion of this training, participants will qualify for certification as a Community Health Worker and 90 Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) through the Office of Equity and Inclusion at the State of Oregon. NEON CHW CEUs are reciprocal to MHACBO credits.
*Participants are required to attend all sessions to qualify for certification.
Cost is $1,500
Scholarship Information
We believe that financial barriers should not stand in the way of becoming a Community Health Worker. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly at [email protected].
Our team is committed to working with you to find solutions that make this valuable training accessible.
Training Dates/Time:
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February 5, 6, 12, 13, 26, 27
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March 5, 6, 19, 20, 26, 27
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April 9, 10, 16, 17, 30
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May 1, 14, 15
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May 22 Optional in-person graduation
9:00 am to 1:30 pm PST
Optional in-person graduation celebration on May 22nd.
*Please Note: All registration information is necessary. A separate enrollment form link will be sent out in your registration email. This is information that is needed by the State of Oregon and is required to be completed.
*A camera and a mic are required to attend this training.
Disclaimer
This Community Health Worker Certification Training Course is a collaboration between the Columbia Gorge Health Council Learning Collaborative and NEON. The course material is owned and provided by NEON to be instructed by the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency. The training is offered under NEON's State Approved Training Program. Reproduction, distribution, or republication of NEON's training materials is prohibited unless you have prior written permission of the copyright owner, Northeast Oregon Network.
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Cancellation/Refund Policy:
For registration amounts greater than $100, registrants may request a full refund 2 weeks prior to the training. Within the 2 weeks before the event, 50% will be refunded. No refunds will be given upon the day of the training or afterward. For registration amounts less than $100, 50% will be refunded up to one week before the training date. After that, no refunds will be made.
If you would like to request a waiver to this policy, please contact us at [email protected]. Waivers are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and are not guaranteed.