Community, Social & Government Services training

Community Health Worker Training

Learn what community health workers do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
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What you’ll learn in Community Health Worker training

A practical, general introduction to the community health worker job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as use teach-back and screen for social needs, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 8 hours, $74.99.

  • Tuition
    $74.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    8 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what a community health worker does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential community health worker terms correctly
  • Walk through use teach-back, screen for social needs, and conduct a home visit step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as State CHW certification

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 8 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Community Health Worker Role40 min
  • What community health workers do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job30 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Community Health Worker Vocabulary50 min
  • Key term: CHW
  • Key term: Social determinants of health
  • Key term: Patient navigation
  • Key term: Outreach
  • Key term: Health literacy
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities50 min
  • Conduct outreach and home visits
  • Help people enroll in insurance
  • Schedule and remind about appointments
  • Teach about chronic disease and prevention
  • Connect people with social services
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step1 hr 45 min
  • How to use teach-back
  • How to screen for social needs
  • How to conduct a home visit
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology40 min
  • Electronic health records
  • Phones and tablets
  • Educational materials
  • Enrollment portals
  • Blood pressure cuffs
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards1 hr
  • Share your schedule for home visits
  • Trust your instincts
  • Follow infection control
  • Protect privacy
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For40 min
  • Health education
  • Outreach
  • Care coordination
  • Cultural humility
  • Empathy
MODULE 09Launching Your Community Health Worker Career40 min
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: State CHW certification
  • Credential overview: Certified Application Counselor
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check40 min
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the community health worker job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new community health worker.

Pricing

$74.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Community health workers promote health in their communities, helping people access care, understand health information and overcome barriers like transportation and insurance. BLS reports a median wage of $51,850 (May 2025) and about 7,000 openings per year. Read the full community health worker career profile or see salary details.

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Community Health Worker training FAQ
How long is the Community Health Worker training?
About 8 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.
How much does the Community Health Worker training cost?
$74.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.
Is the course online?
Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.
Will this course make me a licensed or certified community health worker?
No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.
Who is this course for?
Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding community health workers.
How do I enroll?
Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.
Do you offer group or employer pricing?
Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.
What do I receive when I finish?
Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.


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