By the end of this module, participants will be able to: Identify the key differences between cultural communities and health/social services systems. Understand how to access various health and social services effectively. Execute both formal and informal referrals to healthcare providers. Implement strategies for building individual and community capacity to access health/social services. Recognize common barriers to accessing services and propose strategies to overcome them.

By the end of this module, participants will be able to: Understand the legal rights and responsibilities associated with community health work. Develop essential advocacy skills required in the community health setting.

By the end of this module, participants will be able to: Understand essential health topics and social determinants that impact health. Identify primary risk factors and prevention strategies. Recognize the structure of the healthcare delivery system. Follow Universal Precautions and OSHA guidelines on personal protection equipment. Understand data collection methods for assessing community needs and strengths. Learn outreach and education techniques for community members.

By the end of this module, participants will be able to: Understand and apply principles of confidentiality in community health work. Demonstrate effective documentation techniques. Recognize key federal, state, and local laws affecting community health work. Familiarize themselves with published codes of ethics and professional conduct. Practice personal safety and self-care measures.

By the end of this elective course, participants will: Deepen their understanding of diabetes and strokes, emphasizing their prevalence, risk factors, management, and prevention. Recognize the unique challenges and considerations regarding diabetes and strokes in various community settings. Develop intervention and education strategies to support community members in managing and preventing these health conditions.

As a Community health worker, you will learn or be exposed to different situations that require skills and expertise to support people with mental health and substance use challenges. Participants shall participate and learn key elements of understanding mental health and substance use challenges in ways that are culturally responsive and support recovery. The training covers: What is mental health important and how does it fit into your life. What are the signs and how to help people with Depression and anxiety? Your role as a CHW and how you can get help or refer in mental health, substance use and physical health issues. Substance use challenges in the workplace and how to get help - EAP. Suicide assessment and how you can help.