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All trainings are co-facilitated by an experienced community health worker (CHW) and a content expert, and include activities, role-plays, group work, discussion, and didactic learning. Trainings are available in-person and virtually. Virtual trainings are delivered through a combination of live, interactive Zoom sessions and independent self-study.

Basics of Chronic Disease

CHW Core Skills

CHW Core Skills 2.0

Supervisor

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Basics of Chronic Diseases

CHWs learn the basics of chronic diseases including asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes, and hypertension. In this 16-hour training, CHWs are equipped with foundational knowledge to support clients in their wellness journey, including care management planning, self-advocacy skills, and navigation services to ensure they receive appropriate and timely care.

CHW Core Skills

The comprehensive CHW core skills training is a universal curriculum that prepares trainees for successful CHW careers. The curriculum is based on the nationally recognized CHW Core Consensus Project (C3) recommendations. This training is appropriate for CHW interventions delivered in a variety of settings (e.g., health system, community-based organization, clinic), providing a range of services (e.g., home visiting, health education, navigation), and focusing on various health topics (e.g., asthma, behavioral health, breast health, diabetes, social determinants of health). Modules include introduction to community health, collaborating with medical professionals, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), goal setting, motivational interviewing, and many more.

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CHW Core Skills 2.0

Core Skills 2.0

Intended for experienced CHWs, the advanced training curriculum deepens knowledge and understanding of effective community health work.  The six session, 18-hour training builds on the CHW Core Consensus Project. Each topic is covered in three-hour virtual sessions with individual and group projects, giving participants the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills gained to their professional roles. To obtain a core skills 2.0 certificate of completion, participants must attend all sessions and submit assignments.

Prerequisite: core skills certificate of completion from an Illinois training organization.

Supervisor

CHW Supervisor

CHWs preparing for a supervisory role will benefit from this professional development program. The curriculum meets the needs of those with CHW experience and individuals new to the CHW workforce. Topics include role and areas of responsibility, leadership and team building, motivational interviewing, goal setting, conflict resolution, and project management.