Opens November 2026
Self Paced CHW Certificate Program
Online community health worker training at your own pace, from anywhere in California.
Learn at your own pace
Complete your modules online with AI supported learning. Build CHW knowledge and apply your learning as you progress toward a certificate of completion.
The program aligns with the Medi-Cal CHW pathway and welcomes promotores de salud. Already doing the work? Get certified.
CHW Certificate Curriculum
- The Role of the Community Health Worker
- Cultural Humility, Bias and Health Equity
- Communication and Motivational Interviewing
- Outreach and Community Engagement
- Care Coordination and Resource Navigation
- Professional Practice, Documentation and Ethics
- Career Development and Workforce Readiness
- Capstone: Becoming the CHW Your Community Needs
How it works
- Study online, at your own pace.
- Use AI supported learning as you work through the program.
- Join optional office hours twice a month on Wednesdays, 6 to 7 PM PT.
- Earn a passing grade of 70% and meet the completion requirements.
- Receive your certificate on completion.
A certificate confirms completion of this training.
