Community Health Worker

This entry-level course helps interested applicants create promising career paths and more resilient communities. After successfully completing this specialized training, participate in an on-site, full-time practicum with one of 10 OCHIN member health centers in six states (Oregon, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Ohio, North Carolina, and Massachusetts).

• Play a pivotal role in advancing health equity and strengthening the circle of community care. 
• Learn to advocate on behalf of patients and their families—facilitating timely access to key community resources including information, insurance, food, housing, and more. 
• Special emphasis on working in community-based settings—including communication barriers; health model characteristics; and impact of culture and socioeconomic status on health. 
• Course format combines self-learning exercises with instructor-led, on-demand virtual modules.