Community Health Worker Training - Scholarship Application (MK)

Community Health Worker Training Scholarship Application
Full tuition scholarships are available to learners for an interactive cohort in 2026. Please complete this form to be considered for a scholarship.

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Cohort Timeline
- August 25, 2026 - November 10, 2026
- Program includes 5 live, virtual class meetings combined with on-demand lessons and assignments.
- Reading and homework assignments are required as part of the course.
- Each learner will complete an additional 60 hours of off-site resource development in order to build a toolkit of community resources.
- Attendance at all live, virtual class meetings is required. Class meetings are scheduled from 6:00pm-8:00pm CT on the following Tuesdays (subject to change):
  - August 25, 2026
  - September 15, 2026
  - October 6, 2026
  - October 13, 2026
  - November 10, 2026
To be considered for this scholarship, candidates must:
1. Meet the eligibility criteria noted within this application on the next screen.
2. Commit to active participation in all program components.
3. Attend five live, virtual class meetings.
4. Complete all reading and homework assignments.
5. Complete 60 hours of resource development within their local community.
6. Obtain 2 CHW Core Competency Assessments from points of contact outside the pharmacy.
7. Identify a Dedicated Supporter (pharmacist, manager, or owner) who will actively support the candidate’s participation in the program for the full 12 weeks and beyond.
8. Be willing to provide feedback to assist in outcomes measurement and reporting related to the impact the program has on the profession of pharmacy and all communities served.

Application Criteria
Please ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before submitting your application.

The following list includes all eligibility criteria for the training course:
- Active employment as a PHARMACY TECHNICIAN at an independent community pharmacy (and an ability to maintain active employment throughout the length of the program).
- Provide a verifiable NCPDP number from the CHW applicant’s primary pharmacy practice site.
- Submit an active email address for a Dedicated Supporter (pharmacist, pharmacy manager, or owner) who will engage with the CHW candidate and provide resources and support for the candidate for the entire length of the program, including any post-reporting or inquiries from program administrators. Dedicated Supporters will be emailed a letter outlining their role.
- Provide any required contact and demographic information.
- Agree to receive program emails, texts, and other communications to ensure ongoing engagement with the program to assist in continuous improvement of the program and amplification of the impact that the program has in local communities.
- Participate in ongoing reporting of outcomes and benefits.
- Have access to a computer, tablet, or other device with a camera, microphone, speakers, and internet access to facilitate active engagement during live sessions.
- Commit to completing all course requirements.

Disclosure Statement

Financial support for this program is provided through an unrestricted educational grant from McKesson. Affiliation with McKesson (and/or Health Mart) is not required to be considered for a scholarship.

Disclaimer

CEimpact will process all applications received and internally review to determine baseline eligibility. To prioritize access to the financially-supported CHW training, additional criteria will be utilized at the discretion of CEimpact to award scholarships.

Candidate Information

Enter your contact information below.
Candidate's Name

First NameLast Name
Candidate's Email
Please enter a valid email address you will use to receive course communications and access course materials.
Candidate's Personal Mobile Number
Please enter a valid phone number. Your personal number will not be shared and will be used for the sole purpose of communication related to this course.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Candidate's Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Employer Information

Enter your employer's information below.
Name of Pharmacy or Company
Employer's NCPDP Provider Identification Numbers (primary practice site)
What is an NCPDP Provider ID Number? The NCPDP Provider ID is a seven-digit numbering system that is assigned to every licensed pharmacy and qualified non-pharmacy dispensing sites (NDPS) in the U.S.
Employer's Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Employer's Address (primary practice site)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Dedicated Supporter
Each candidate is required to submit an active email address for a Dedicated Supporter (pharmacist, pharmacy manager, or owner) at their primary practice site who will engage with the CHW candidate and provide resources and support for the candidate for the entire length of the program. Support will include, but is not limited to, any post-reporting or inquiries from program administrators.

Each Dedicated Supporter will be emailed a letter outlining their role.

Candidates should discuss the specifics of this training course with their chosen Dedicated Supporter prior to completing this application. If an identified individual prefers to not serve as a Dedicated Supporter, the associated applicant will not be considered to receive scholarship funds.
Dedicated Supporter Information

Enter your Dedicated Supporter's information below. After entering their information, we highly encourage you to meet with them to review the Community Health Worker Training program and their role as a Dedicated Supporter.
Dedicated Supporter's Name

First NameLast Name
Dedicated Supporter's Email
Please enter a valid email address for your Dedicated Supporter
Dedicated Supporter's Practice Role

Other (please specify)

Required Materials
The following materials are required for this course:
- Computer, tablet, or other device in good working order
- Camera (embedded within the device is acceptable)
- Microphone (embedded within the device is acceptable)
- Speakers (embedded within the device is acceptable)
- Reliable Internet Access

Required Textbook
The following textbook is required for this course:

Foundations for Community Health Workers; Third Edition (2024), Jossey-Bass Publications; John Wiley and Sons, Inc.

An electronic textbook will be provided for you. All costs associated with obtaining a copy of the textbook are covered by the scholarship funds. Your textbook will be ordered after the first meeting.
Please provide the email address where your electronic textbook should be delivered.
Please select your preferred type of textbook:
Name

First NameLast Name
Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Enter the email address where your electronic textbook will be delivered
example@example.com
Enter the mailing address where your paper textbook will be delivered

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Next, you will be asked to upload a copy of your nationally recognized pharmacy technician certification (from PTCB or ExCPT). Ensure the file you upload shows that your certification is active (not expired). PLEASE NOTE: National certification (PTCB/ExCPT) is different than being registered with your state board. Be sure you have a certificate from one of the national certification organizations noted here.
Please upload a copy of your nationally recognized pharmacy technician certification (from PTCB or ExCPT).

If possible, please label your uploaded file with your name (for example, the file name should be "Last Name, First Name"). This will assist CEimpact during the review process.
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Please provide a brief, personal statement about why you want to complete the CHW training. Why do you want to be considered for scholarship funds? How will you use this training in your community? Please provide 3-5 sentences below.
Please provide a personal interest statement. Make your application shine from all the others.

Candidate Attestation
To meet the requirements of the CHW scholarship, I agree to:
- Attend all course meeting times as scheduled.
- Actively participate in virtual classroom discussions and activities.
- Complete all course work and activities as assigned (anticipate 2-3 hours of homework per week, including course readings).
- Complete 60 hours of resource development (experiential) activities.
  - PLEASE NOTE: Each individual learner (in collaboration with their practice site and Dedicated Supporter) is responsible for identifying their resource development opportunities and coordinating all associated logistics. Course facilitators and instructors will provide guidance for identifying resource development opportunities, but learners are ultimately responsible for executing all tasks associated with resource development.
- Create a Resource Porfolio to support my future work as a CHW.
  - PLEASE NOTE: Guidance for creating a Resource Portfolio will be provided as part of the course.
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Community Health Worker Training Scholarship Application

Application Criteria

Candidate Information

Employer Information

Dedicated Supporter

Dedicated Supporter Information

Required Materials

Required Textbook

Candidate Attestation