CHW 101 Introduction to Community Health Worker

This course presents an overview of the roles and responsibilities of a community health worker as an integral member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, or a patient centered medical home (PCMH). Areas of focus include healthcare and social needs across the lifespan, health education, and individual and community advocacy. Confidentiality and basic office skills required of community health workers will be also be covered.

Credits

4

Offered

Fall

Notes

4 HOURS (3-1-0); Admission to the Community Health Worker certificate program is required to enroll in this course.