Community Health Worker Certification Course
Learn on your own terms with our online and on-demand CHW certification course.
Who are CHWs and what do they do?
Who are CHWs and what do they do?
A Community Health Worker is a front-line public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting relationship enables the worker to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. -American Public Health Association
CHWs improve individual and community health and access to care. They forge connections where people live, learn, work, play, pray, and age, from the inner city to rural communities. CHWs work in 10 roles and across 11 competencies to provide wraparound services and supports to patients.
CHWs help to address the root of the issues that patients face while also contributing to helping the clinical care team improve health outcomes and the efficiency of care delivery. CHWs can assist with issues that keep your patients from addressing their health. They are perfectly positioned to address the Social Determinants of Health.
As trusted resources in their communities, CHWs can be instrumental in combatting misinformation, relaying public health messages, and ensuring patients are connected with services. By addressing the patients’ immediate, urgent needs, your patients are better able to focus and address their own personal healthcare issues. Find out more about CHWs below.
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100% SELF-PACED
Learn at your own pace with on-demand access.
comprehensive training
Get trained in the C3 Core Competencies.
Weekly video content
New video lessons provided every week.
Weekly quizzes
Regular quizzes to reinforce learning.
no homework
Focus on learning without the burden of homework.
internship placement assistance
Support in finding internship opportunities
online community
Access a virtual community of like-minded learners.
Career advancement
Resources and guidance to take your career to the next level.
Course Curriculum
Enroll in our online CHW Course today!
Scholarships available. Funding end December 2024. Apply Today!
CHW Certification Course
CHW Certification Course
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Umemba Health an approved provider of CHW Certification?
Yes! Umemba Health Academy is a Texas DSHS-approved provider of CHW and CHW Instructor certification and continuing education. (Certificate #64, Expiration 3/2026). Our courses and trainings may also qualify for Category II CECH for Certified Health Education Specialists and towards AAMA continuing education hours for Medical Assistants.
I don't live in Texas, can I still participate in your training programs?
Yes! Our courses are virtual and can be taken from any U.S. state, even overseas!
How long is the course and how long will I have access to it?
The course is 160 CE hours and can usually be completed within 16 weeks. You will have access to the course for 140 days (20 weeks).
How do I register for the course?
Upon payment, you will get immediate access to the course. (If your employer or a third-party is paying for your course, you will be enrolled into the course after payment has been received).
What is the cost of the course and are payment plans available?
The total cost of the Online CHW Certification Course is $700.00 paid in full. At this time, there is no payment plan available.
Are scholarships available for this course?
Yes! At this time, we have funding to support 10 individuals with a partial scholarship provided by Umemba Health Foundation. Scholarship applications can be completed HERE.
