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CHW Trainer Blueprint
11 Lessons-
StartDownload Your Blueprint Workbook
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StartStep 1 - What's your "Why"
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StartStep 2 - Research CHWs and the CHW profession
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StartStep 3 - Identify CHW Support Organizations
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StartStep 4 - Understand State-Specific Training Requirements
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StartStep 5 - Identify Your Knowledge, Skills, Passion and Purpose
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StartStep 6 - Recognize and Understand your Ideal Learner
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StartStep 7 - Become a Thought Leader
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StartStep 8 - Create or Find a Curriculum
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StartStep 9 - Documentation and Recordkeeping
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StartStep 10 - Make a List of things you need to get started
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Train-the-CHW Trainer Online Course
Eliminate the guesswork and get started training CHWs quickly
"The training was amazing. I am a visual learner w/ADD. If the training doesn't keep me engaged, I will start to do other things. This training kept me excited about the next thing, and the next thing. The facilitator did an amazing job at interacting with the group, and teaching.
K.M., Course Participant
"This training was excellent for those that want to create a CHW program or those individuals who are building their infrastructure. Again, I thought I was going to receive some techniques on virtual learning. But overall, the training was interesting."
T.S. Course Participant
"I was very impressed with the scope and completeness of your outline and guidelines for curriculum development. I came to the workshop to see that and to see if you touch on learner engagement. That is my passion as you so powerfully point out is essential to identify. I have never heard it discussed and honored so specifically in curriculum planning and development. I loved it! Thank you."
E.B. Course Participant
Ready to Start Training CHWs?
What is "Train-the-CHW Trainer"?
The first of its kind, the “Train-the-CHW Trainer” course provides a broad introduction to the role of the CHW Trainer. This course will provide you with a step-by-step blueprint to help you get started training CHWs and providing educational activities for continuing education and professional development. The course is designed to eliminate guess work and help trainers develop actionable steps to get started training CHWs quickly.
Who Should Attend?
Community Health Workers, CHW Supervisors, CHW Program Managers, and CHW Instructors. (Instructors from other backgrounds are also encouraged to attend).
What will you learn?
• Role and Responsibilities of Community Health Workers
• Role of the CHW Trainer
• An introduction to Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning
• An introduction to Learner Evaluation
• Accreditation and CE Reporting
• Considerations for getting started
• Train-the-CHW Trainer Blueprint Workbook
Course Curriculum
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Will Continuing Education credits be provided?
Yes! Umemba Health is a Texas DSHS-approved provider of CHW and CHW Instructor certification and continuing education. (Certificate #64, Expiration 3/2024). this workshop has been approved for 2.5 CEs. 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.
Will this workshop teach me how to open my own CHW Training Academy?
No. This course is meant to develop your skills as an instructor to effectively teach a CHW core competency CE training. Starting a CHW Training Academy is a much larger endeavor, but we can assist you with that process. Please email us for a 1:1 consultation or attend the next Start Your CHW Training Academy Workshop.
How is this training different from the CHW Instructor Certification Course?
The UHA CHW Instructor Certification Course is a 16-week online course for those wishing to become Certified CHW Instructors. The Train-the-CHW-Trainer workshop is a continuing education/professional development opportunity for those that don't necessarily need or want to be certified as a CHW Instructor. The ideal participant wants to train CHWs in the CHW core competencies, may be launching a CHW Training Program in the near future, may be considering adding CHW Training to their already established allied health institution, or may have been grandfathered in as a CHW Instructor but had no formal training.
How is the LIVE workshop different from the Train-the-CHW Trainer online course?
The LIVE workshop provides an opportunity for you to ask questions in real time and get answers addressing your unique situation. You will also have more time with the facilitator as the workshop is 4 hours long and the online course is 2.5 hours long. The LIVE workshop is interactive and allows the opportunity for you to practice certain skills with guided direction. There is no opportunity to do this with the online course.
What will I be able to do after I finish this training?
Great question! After this workshop, you will be confident in the steps you need to take to get started training Community Health Workers!
How long will I have access to the courses and workshops
Unless otherwise specified, you will have 30-day access to the all courses and content.
What languages are the courses offered in?
All courses and workshops are offered in English only at this time.
Are group rates available?
Yes, group rates are available for 10 or more participants. Please email [email protected] for more information or use the contact us tab to get in touch.
Quisha Umemba
Known as “The Trainer’s Trainer”, Quisha Umemba is the CEO of Umemba Health LLC. She is a subject matter expert in public health and population health strategies that support workforce development and organizational performance, and she sought out for her expertise in clinical subject matters. Boasting multiple certifications and an impressive work history, Quisha has developed, implemented, and overseen numerous health initiatives and community collaborations throughout her 20+ years of experience. A nurse with a public health background, Quisha has a multifaceted, blended expertise that enables her to design uniquely specialized curricula and training programs with multi-level interventions. The result of her training programs is a multidimensional skillset that learners are immediately able to apply to the real world, improving public health and changing lives one person at a time.