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Community Health Worker Program

About the Program

CHWTP provides the necessary MiCHWA-approved training to become a Community Health Worker (CHW), Health Support Worker, or Community Health Aide. Through the specialized education, students concurrently complete 126 hours classroom-based training and 40 internship hours. Students will use their training to become frontline public health workers who are trusted members of the community or who have a close understanding of the community served.

Financial support is available to qualifying candidates who successfully complete the program.

Program Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • High School diploma or GED (minimum)
  • CHWTP Application form
  • Basic technology skills (email, navigating the web, working with files, etc.)