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Upcoming Training Dates
The next session will begin August 6th, 2024
on Tuesdays from 1:00-3:30 PM
through November 19th.
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Registration opens soon.
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The cost is $2500 (by check) which includes a textbook, personal assistance during the 15-week class and 1-on-1 coaching for 6 months after.
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If you prefer to pay by PayPal, $50.24 in fees will be added to the amount.
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For more info, please email
Harvey at hpadek@milahec.org
or call him at(414) 403-8424.
CHW Training
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Milwaukee AHEC is an established provider of Community Health Worker Training. Recognizing that there is a need for community health workers to serve as a “bridge” between community members and the health care delivery system, Milwaukee AHEC launched the Community Health Worker Training Program in 2010.
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The training program is employer-endorsed, with partner health systems in the metro Milwaukee area, and culminates in learners earning a certification from Milwaukee AHEC.
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Our CHW Training has clear objectives for participants to demonstrate the following skills upon training completion:
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Describe the role of a CHW​
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Describe a healthy community and the factors affecting its health ​
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Explain the implications of health statistics to community health and development ​
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Discuss & apply the strategies/approaches necessary to educate members of the community​
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Serve as part of a health care team in service to individuals and families in the community​
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Demonstrate acquired knowledge, skills and behaviors of a CHW.
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The Virtual CHW Training Program consists of online coursework with textbook, 15 virtual weekly sessions (one afternoon/week), 6 months of 1-on-1 coaching after training is completed, culminating in a Certificate of Completion after Final Presentations.
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​Current CHW Job Opportunities​​
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