Umemba Health Academy | CHW Instructor Certification Course

CHW Instructor Certification Course

Elevate Your Team's Expertise with CHW Instructor Certification!
 At Umemba Health, we understand the transformative power of skilled instructors in the realm of community health. That's why we've reimagined our acclaimed CHW Instructor Certification Course specifically for organizations committed to excellence in community health education.  

Why Invest in Instructor Certification? 
Community Health Workers (CHWs) are the bridge between communities and health services. Training your trainers not only amplifies their effectiveness but also ensures a ripple effect of knowledge and empowerment across your entire organization and the communities you serve.  Your staff will emerge from our course ready to teach, inspire, and lead with a renewed passion and a deepened understanding of public health principles and community health work.  

How It Works 
1. Request a Training
Tailored to the needs of your organization, our training program is flexible, with options for onsite, offsite, or virtual delivery. Each session is crafted to maximize learner engagement and retention, providing practical tools that can be implemented immediately.  

2. See the Impact
Organizations that invest in our certification course witness not just improved job performance, but also enhanced community health outcomes—a testament to the quality of our training and their commitment to public health.  

Ready to Transform Your Team?

Join leading public health organizations that are enhancing their community presence and organizational effectiveness through our CHW Instructor Certification. Request your customized training today and begin the journey to empower your workforce and the communities they serve.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Yes! Umemba Health is a Texas DSHS-approved provider of CHW and CHW Instructor certification and continuing education. (Certificate #64, Expiration 5/2026). 

The course is designed to be completed within 12-16 months. The length of the course is at the descretion of the requesting organization.

The CHW Instructor course is a hybrid virtual course meaning that there are mandatory Zoom meetings while the rest of the course is completed asynchronously.  

Cohort fees start at $15,000 for up to 20 participants.

Moving forward, our CHW and CHW Instructor Training will be available exclusively for organizations. We believe this change will allow us to better support the comprehensive training needs of public health organizations and healthcare systems, ensuring that their teams are fully equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to make a lasting impact. If you represent an organization interested in CHW or CHW Instructor training, please contact us to learn more about our tailored training solutions and how we can help you achieve your workforce development goals. 

When funding is available, partial and/or full scholarships are provided by Umemba Health Foundation