The community health worker is an integral member of the health care team who has the knowledge and skills to provide effective and appropriate support and services to individuals and families within the community. The community health worker is an outreach specialist, often visiting or working in homeless shelters, soup kitchens, clinics and various other health care facilities.

Learners who complete the Community Health Worker certificate will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the community health worker in the health care delivery system
• Utilize concepts of wellness, health promotion, disease prevention and nutrition to diverse members of the community
• Have the ability to understand and respond to cultural and social issues

• Apply clinical skills in various situations
• Demonstrate an understanding and awareness of the needs of the community that will be served 
• Develop concepts for community outreach programs and health education
• Utilize proper documentation techniques
• Utilize effective community skills when interacting with a diverse population
• Maintain client respect and dignity
• Display professionalism and adhere to sound ethical principles

For more information contact Program Coordinator Cheri Goretti.