Spring 2024 CHW Core Competency Training - Virtual
2024-04-22 09:00 - 2024-06-18 12:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Please note, this April 22nd – June 18th cohort is at maximum capacity. There are only 20 seats available for each cohort.
This training will be held virtually, Monday – Friday. 9 am – 12 pm (EST). Learners will be equipped with the foundational knowledge necessary to begin work as a Community Health Worker. Participants who complete all phases of training are eligible to sit for the SC CHW Certification Exam administered by the SC CHW Association. This training curriculum is rooted in participatory learning techniques and emphasizes skills and competencies following the C3 Project Core Competencies of CHWs. Training is comprised of 161 hours over approximately 6 weeks. Broken down into 3 weeks of facilitated learning (April 22 – May 24), a 3-week break for practicum completion (May 27 – June 14). Participants will return to facilitated learning for a final community presentation on June 17th and CHW Exam review session on June 18th.
For more information and for sliding scale pricing, please visit our CHW Core Competency FAQ page. If you have any further questions, please contact the CHWI Training Team at CHWinstitute@gmail.com.

2024 ARCHWA Summit
2024-04-25 - 2024-04-26
Arkansas Community Health Worker Association
2024 Annual Summit
April 25-26, 2024
Doubletree by Hilton &
Robinson Center in Downtown Little Rock
You’re Invited!
REGISTER HERE
Register for the summit by March 15th, 2024!
There are 225 tickets available for the summit and tickets are first come, first served.
CHWs who reside in Arkansas can register for $50 or register for free by clicking “Get Tickets” and entering the discount code: CHW2024
Allies, community stakeholders and out of state guests may register for $100.
Need a hotel room?
Scholarship Opportunity for CHWs who reside in Arkansas:
We are thrilled to have scholarships available for overnight lodging for community health workers who live outside of the central region during the summit. There are limited scholarships available and are first come, first served. Please reach out to Judy Pile to learn more and sign up at judypileAR@gmail.com
Self-pay CHWs, Allies, Community Stakeholders and Out of State Guests:
If you would like to book a room at the Doubletree and self-pay, please call the Reservations line at 501-508-8149. Room rates are $199 / night and include breakfast. Reservation deadline is Monday, April 1st.
Want to be an exhibitor?
Please reach out to Judy Pile at judypileAR@gmail.com to receive an exhibitor packet. Space is limited so don’t wait!
REGISTER HERE

Perinatal CHW Workshop - Hybrid Sandhills Region
2024-05-06 09:00 - 2024-05-23 16:00
The Perinatal CHW Workshop is a 30-hour interactive course that complements the CHW Core Competency Training with specific information and skills for working with families during the perinatal period (preconception, pregnancy, and up to the infant’s 2nd birthday). The workshop covers Life Course health, reproductive life planning, contraceptive counseling, stages of pregnancy and labor, developmental milestones, infant safety, and building CHW skills for the perinatal period.The Perinatal CHW Workshop is a 30-hour interactive course that complements the CHW Core Competency Training with specific information and skills for working with families during the perinatal period (preconception, pregnancy, and up to the infant’s 2nd birthday). The workshop covers Life Course health, reproductive life planning, contraceptive counseling, stages of pregnancy and labor, developmental milestones, infant safety, and building CHW skills for the perinatal period.
This training is broken down into 6 modules, 3 facilitated in person, 3 virtually facilitated. The 3 in-person training session will be held on May 6th, May 13th, & May 20th from 9 am – 4 pm (EST) with a 1 hr break for lunch. The 3 virtual sessions will be held on May 9th, May 16th, & May 23rd from 1 pm – 4 pm (EST).
Registration will be available via our online marketplace soon!
For questions or more information regarding this training, please contact Sarah Covington Kolb, Perinatal Programs Manager, at sc77@mailbox.sc.edu.

SCCHWA CHW Certification Exam
2024-05-06 10:00 - 13:00
Community Health Workers enrolled in the Core Competency Training will be administered the South Carolina Community Health Workers Association Certification Exam on May 6th, 2024 from 10:30 am – 1:00 pm (EST), with an FAQ zoom session starting at 10:00 am (EST). The Core Competency Review Day is April 30th, 2024 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Georgia Community Health Worker (CHW) Stakeholders Exposition
2024-05-21 08:00 - 2024-05-22 17:00 | Zoom
OASH Region 4, in collaboration with Morehouse School of Medicine Area Health Education Center, the Southeastern Primary Care Consortium Atlanta Area Health Education Center (SPCC Atlanta AHEC), Georgia Watch, the Fulton-Dekalb Hospital Authority, and the GA CHW Network, will host the Georgia Community Health Worker (CHW) Stakeholders Exposition on May 21st and May 22nd.

This hybrid event, featuring panel discussions and presentations by CHWs and CHW advocates, will highlight Georgia Community Health Workers, who they are, what they do, and their significant roles within the community.
To register, please click the link in the flyer CHW Virtual w Link & QR Code or go to https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsf-qqrTMiH0gpyQFNAWRvPH8TG2RwHcg#/registration.

For those interested in attending in person, please contact Daphne Byrd (daphne@spcc-atlantaahec.org).

SE CHW Network - Monthly Meeting
2024-05-21 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-06-18 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-07-16 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-20 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-10-15 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-11-19 10:30 - 12:00 | Zoom
The Southeast CHW Network Monthly Meeting is an opportunity for all members to come together & share updates, learn from guest speakers, and grow together as a collective network to help advance health equity across the Southeastern United States.
These meetings are inclusive and open to all! Please share with your networks so we can learn & grow together to collectively further the CHW profession!
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2nd Annual Mississippi Community Health Workers Association Summit
2024-06-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Hospitality Resort Management Center, 420 Debuys Rd, Biloxi, MS, 39531, United States
Register Now for the 2nd Annual MSCHWA Summit in Biloxi!
Dear Attendees,
We are excited to invite you to register for the 2nd Annual Mississippi Community Health Workers Association (MSCHWA) Summit, scheduled for June 12, 2024, in Biloxi, Mississippi! This summit promises to be an enriching experience, bringing together professionals and enthusiasts in the field of community health. From insightful discussions to networking opportunities, this event is your gateway to staying ahead in the game!
Register now to secure your spot and take advantage of early bird pricing. Don’t miss this opportunity to join us as we explore innovative approaches to community health and promote health equity across Mississippi.
To register and learn more about the summit agenda, speakers, and sponsorship opportunities, please visit our website www.mschwa.org. We look forward to welcoming you to the 2nd Annual MSCHWA Summit and engaging in meaningful discussions that will shape the future of community health in Mississippi.
This event is co-sponsored by the MS CHW Association and the MSDH Office of Community Health Workers!

SCCHWA CHW Certification Exam
2024-06-24 10:00 - 14:00
Community Health Workers enrolled in the Core Competency Training will be administered the South Carolina Community Health Workers Association Certification Exam on June 24th, 2024 from 10 am – 2 pm (EST), with an FAQ zoom session starting at 10:00 am (EST). The Core Competency Review Day is June 18th, 2024 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

CHW Supervisor Training
2024-07-10 13:00 - 2024-07-12 16:00 | Zoom
Virtually facilitated via zoom from July 10th – 12th, 2024. Price: standard $75, $50 for organizations making less than 200k annually, $30 for self-pay and/or independent CHWs.

CHWI’s CHW Supervisor Training is designed for CHWs, healthcare & public health professionals looking to gain a better understanding of the CHW Model in order to be more effective CHW supervisors (not to be confused with a training for individuals to learn how to supervise). This training is open to anyone looking to advance their career through CHW management or supervision. CHWs and allies are welcome! To register for this training, please complete the following form: https://forms.gle/E42qF6vbnbnrt91PA
If you have any questions regarding registration or training, please contact the CHWI Training Team at CHWinstitute@gmail.com

Summer 2024 CHW Core Competency Training - Darlington Lee Adult Education Center
2024-07-15 09:00 - 2024-08-26 16:00 | Darlington Lee Adult Education Center, 123 E College St, Bishopville, SC, 29010, United States
This training will be held in-person at the Darlington Lee Adult Education Center, Monday – Friday. 9 am – 4 pm (EST) with a 1 hour break for lunch.
Learners will be equipped with the foundational knowledge necessary to begin work as a Community Health Worker. Participants who complete all phases of training are eligible to sit for the SC CHW Certification Exam administered by the SC CHW Association. This training curriculum is rooted in participatory learning techniques and emphasizes skills and competencies following the C3 Project Core Competencies of CHWs.
Training is comprised of 161 hours over approximately 6 weeks. Broken down into 3 weeks of facilitated learning (July 15 – August 2), a 3-week break for practicum completion (August 5 – August 23). Participants will return to facilitated learning for a final community presentation and exam review on August 26th.
For more information and for sliding scale pricing, please visit our CHW Core Competency FAQ page. If you have any further questions, please contact the CHWI Training Team at CHWinstitute@gmail.com.
To register for this training, please follow this link.

CHWs in Telehealth Specialty Training
2024-07-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Bees Ferry West Ashley Community Room B, 3035 Sanders Rd., Charleston, SC, 29414, United States
By the end of this training, learners will be able to leverage their skills as CHWs to increase trust and utilization of telehealth among their participants. Training topics covered include foundations of telehealth, CHW contribution to the expansion of telehealth services, rapport-building skills, methods to increase telehealth utilization, supporting participants’ digital literacy, as well as available telehealth resources.

Tuesday, July 30th from 10 am – 2 pm (EST). To register and pay for this training, please complete the following form: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6738.

Oral Health Training
2024-08-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Colleton County Health Department, 219 S Lemacks St., Walterboro, SC, 29488, United States
The training will discuss oral health across the lifespan with a focus on preventative care among school-age children. At the end of the training, attendees will have an in-depth understanding of oral health risks from birth to the geriatric phase in life and understand the community resources available to community health workers in South Carolina.
Facilitated in-person at the Colleton County Health Department on August 16th, 2024 from 10 am – 2 pm (EST). Cost: $10.00 (USD). To register and pay for this training, please visit our online marketplace: https://secure.touchnet.net:443/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6848

SCCHWA CHW Certification Exam
2024-08-28 10:00 - 14:00
Community Health Workers enrolled in the Core Competency Training will be administered the South Carolina Community Health Workers Association Certification Exam on August 28th, 2024 from 10 am – 2 pm (EST), with an FAQ zoom session starting at 10:00 am (EST). The Core Competency Review Day is August 26th, 2024 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Upstate Oral Health Training
2024-08-29 13:00 - 17:00 | Greenville County Health Department, 352 Halton Rd, Greenville, SC, 29607, United States
The training will discuss oral health across the lifespan with a focus on preventative care among school-age children. At the end of the training, attendees will have an in-depth understanding of oral health risks from birth to the geriatric phase in life and understand the community resources available to community health workers in South Carolina.
Facilitated in-person at the Greenville County Health Department on August 29th, 2024 from 1 pm – 5 pm (EST). Cost: $10.00 (USD). To register and pay for this training, please visit our online marketplace: https://secure.touchnet.net:443/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6848

Pee Dee Oral Health Training
2024-08-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Pee Dee Mental Health Center, 125 E Cheves St, Florence, SC, 29506, United States
The training will discuss oral health across the lifespan with a focus on preventative care among school-age children. At the end of the training, attendees will have an in-depth understanding of oral health risks from birth to the geriatric phase in life and understand the community resources available to community health workers in South Carolina.
Facilitated in-person at the Pee Dee Mental Health Center on August 30th, 2024 from 10 am – 2 pm (EST). Cost: $10.00 (USD). To register and pay for this training, please visit our online marketplace: https://secure.touchnet.net:443/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6848

Midlands Oral Health Training
2024-09-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Lexington County Public Health Department, 1070 S Lake Dr., Lexington, 29073, United States
The training will discuss oral health across the lifespan with a focus on preventative care among school-age children. At the end of the training, attendees will have an in-depth understanding of oral health risks from birth to the geriatric phase in life and understand the community resources available to community health workers in South Carolina.
Facilitated in-person at the Lexington County Health Department on September 10th, 2024 from 10 am – 3 pm (EST) with a 1 hr break for lunch. Cost: $10.00 (USD). To register and pay for this training, please visit our online marketplace: https://secure.touchnet.net:443/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6848

Intro to Diabetes Management & Prevention - FULL
2024-09-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Please note, this cohort is at maximum capacity.
This training curriculum is designed for CHWs and health professionals working within similar roles. This introduction module encompasses topics such as: obesity, overweight, BMI, chronic & non-chronic conditions, infectious & non-infectious conditions, and an overview of prediabetes, type I, type II, and gestational diabetes. We will cover healthy behaviors to assist with chronic disease management as it relates to health coaching.
Facilitated virtually via Zoom on Friday, September 13th from 10 am – 2 pm (EST). Price: $10
To register and pay for this training, please visit our online marketplace: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6847

Fall 2024 CHW Core Competency Training - Virtual - FULL
2024-09-16 09:00 - 2024-11-19 12:00 | Zoom
Please note: this cohort is at maximum capacity.
This training will be held virtually, Monday – Friday. 9 am – 12 pm (EST).
Learners will be equipped with the foundational knowledge necessary to begin work as a Community Health Worker. Participants who complete all phases of training are eligible to sit for the SC CHW Certification Exam administered by the SC CHW Association. This training curriculum is rooted in participatory learning techniques and emphasizes skills and competencies following the C3 Project Core Competencies of CHWs.
Training is comprised of 161 hours over approximately 9 weeks. Broken down into 5 weeks of facilitated learning (September 16 – October 18), a 3-week break for practicum completion (October 21 – November 15). Participants will return to facilitated learning for a final community presentation on November 18th and CHW Exam review session on November 19th.
For more information and for sliding scale pricing, please visit our CHW Core Competency FAQ page.

Health & Racial Equity Specialty Training - Virtual
2024-10-21 09:00 - 2024-10-25 13:00 | Zoom
This training opportunity is made possible by Johnson & Johnson’s Our Race to Health Equity Campaign. This 20 hr training covers topics such as: equity, privilege, & inclusion; past & present policies that maintain health inequities; as well as learning how to create opportunities to impact & sustain systemic change through partnerships.
This training will be facilitated via Zoom from Monday, October 21st – Friday, October 25th from 9 am – 1 pm (EST). To register for this training, please visit our online marketplace: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6713

CHWs in Telehealth Training - Virtual
2024-10-24 09:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join our comprehensive Telehealth Training designed specifically for Community Health Workers (CHWs). This interactive program will equip you with essential skills to effectively promote and utilize telehealth services, fostering greater trust and engagement among your participants. By the end of this training, learners will be able to leverage their skills as CHWs to increase trust and utilization of telehealth among their participants. Training topics covered include foundations of telehealth, CHW contribution to the expansion of telehealth services, rapport-building skills, methods to increase telehealth utilization, supporting participants’ digital literacy, as well as available telehealth resources.

Training will be facilitated in-person on Thursday, October 24th from 9 am – 1 pm (EST) via Zoom. Cost to attend: $10. Register here: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6738 Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the CCHA Training Team at CHWItraining@mailbox.sc.edu.

Intro to Diabetes Management & Prevention
2024-10-25 14:30 - 17:30 | Zoom
This training curriculum is designed for CHWs and health professionals working within similar roles. This introduction module encompasses topics such as: obesity, overweight, BMI, chronic & non-chronic conditions, infectious & non-infectious conditions, and an overview of prediabetes, type I, type II, and gestational diabetes. We will cover healthy behaviors to assist with chronic disease management as it relates to health coaching.
Facilitated virtually via Zoom on Friday, October 25th from 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm (EST). Price: $10
To register and pay for this training, please visit our online marketplace: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6847

SCCHWA CHW Certification Exam
2024-11-06 10:00 - 14:00
Community Health Workers enrolled in the Core Competency Training will be administered the South Carolina Community Health Workers Association Certification Exam on November 6th, 2024 from 10 am – 2 pm (EST), with an FAQ zoom session starting at 10:00 am (EST). The Core Competency Review Day is November 4th, 2024 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Intro to Diabetes Management & Prevention
2024-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
This training curriculum is designed for CHWs and health professionals working within similar roles. This introduction module encompasses topics such as: obesity, overweight, BMI, chronic & non-chronic conditions, infectious & non-infectious conditions, and an overview of prediabetes, type I, type II, and gestational diabetes. We will cover healthy behaviors to assist with chronic disease management as it relates to health coaching.
Facilitated virtually via Zoom on Friday, November 8th from 10 am – 2 pm (EST). Price: $10
To register and pay for this training, please visit our online marketplace: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6847

CHWs in Telehealth Specialty Training - FULL
2024-11-15 13:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Join our comprehensive Telehealth Training designed specifically for Community Health Workers (CHWs). This interactive program will equip you with essential skills to effectively promote and utilize telehealth services, fostering greater trust and engagement among your participants. By the end of this training, learners will be able to leverage their skills as CHWs to increase trust and utilization of telehealth among their participants. Training topics covered include foundations of telehealth, CHW contribution to the expansion of telehealth services, rapport-building skills, methods to increase telehealth utilization, supporting participants’ digital literacy, as well as available telehealth resources.

Training will be facilitated virtually, via Zoom, on Friday November 15th, from 1 pm – 5 pm (EST). Cost to attend: $10. Register here: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6738
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the CCHA Training Team at CHWItraining@mailbox.sc.edu.

Health & Racial Equity Specialty Training - Virtual - FULL
2024-11-18 09:00 - 2024-11-22 13:00 | Zoom
Please note, this cohort is at maximum capacity.
This training opportunity is made possible by Johnson & Johnson’s Our Race to Health Equity Campaign. This 20 hr training covers topics such as: equity, privilege, & inclusion; past & present policies that maintain health inequities; as well as learning how to create opportunities to impact & sustain systemic change through partnerships.
This training will be held virtually, via Zoom, on November 18th – 22nd from 9 am – 1 pm (EST). Cost to attend: $20. Link to register: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=6713. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the CCHA Training Team at CHWItraining@mailbox.sc.edu.
