What is a DSHS-certified training program? 

Certified training programs are organizations approved by DSHS to provide:

• Community Health Worker (CHW) certification course,
• CHW continuing education; and
• CHW Instructor continuing education.

Certified training programs include:

• Community colleges
• Health science centers
• Area Health Education centers
• Federally Qualified Health Centers
• Regional CHW associations
• Community-based programs

Potential training sites must apply with a curriculum for their desired certification and a plan for delivering future training. Always consult the proper authorities before applying to become a training site or submitting a new curriculum.                                                                          

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Becoming a Certified Training Program

Discover more about CHW certification training programs approved by DSHS and what it takes to be certified. 

Find a Training Program

To locate a training program near you, view this webpage.

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