Future Students
Our Mission:
To educate, equip, and empower Community Health Workers to be competent and valued members of the healthcare system and greater community.
Our Vision:
To create a trusting learning environment that prepares Community Health Workers to use their knowledge and life experiences to improve health outcomes, promote health equity, and eliminate health disparities in the community.
Interested in Becoming a Certified Community Health Worker?
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A trusted individual who lives, works, or worships in the community that they serve. CHWs are employed by community-based organizations, FQHCs, Clinics, Hospitals, and more, where they are experts at connecting their clients with resources and services that address the individual’s health related social needs.
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18 years old or older (unless in the High School Program)
Have at least a GED or High School Diploma
Love engaging with your community
Working as or interested in working as a CHW or similar job title connecting clients with resources and services in the community
Able to make a 12-week online class Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 3-5pm
Able to attend an in-person graduation (5 hours) in Columbus, Ohio
Able to work 130 hours and complete a Practicum Placement within six months of graduation
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HIO program requirements:
12-weeks of online class on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 3-5 pm
In-person graduation (5 hours) in Columbus, Ohio
130 hours of Practicum Placement work within six months of graduation (can be completed at your current place of employment if applicable.)