NACHW Training Repository Application

NACHW Training Repository: A robust collection of training resources for Community Health Workers, Promotoras, and Community Health Representatives, seeking options for professional development, certification and continuing education.

Purpose: These questions serve as a screening for an organization looking to list their training options on the repository. The jotform will be completed twice a year to ensure the information is kept up to date.

Who should submit an application?

CHW training organization (not led by a CHW and without CHW membership)
Organization that offers CHW CEUs, Certification
CHW Network (e.g. CHW-led association, networks, or coalition and alliance, with membership)

Disclaimers

NACHW does not endorse any training programs listed on this website.
NACHW is not affiliated with any training program
NACHW does not endorse CHW certification at any level (national, state, territory, first nation). NACHW lists training programs in the repository that may meet certification requirements at the state/territorial level. Each state/territory is the steward of its own CHW certification standards.
NACHW collects the following information to serve as an understanding of interest and need. Individual identifying information from the application questions will not be shared outside of NACHW, but NACHW may report overall totals. NACHW will not post any of the following information to its web page: individual contact name, email, CHW status, membership status, or values alignment. All other information collected in the application will be displayed on the web page.

Definitions

Certification - a declaration by an issuing authority that a CHW has met a standard set of qualifications (e.g., skills, education, work/volunteer experience, or training). Each jurisdiction that has developed a CHW certification program, however, has taken its own approach to setting requirements for certification and determining how to administer the program. (ASTHO) Source: https://www.astho.org/topic/brief/community-health-worker-certification/
Certificate of Completion- CHW certification typically has additional requirements aside from training completion, such as work experience and continuing education requirements. For that reason, certification is not necessarily the same as a “certificate of completion” provided by a training organization.
CHW-A frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting relationship enables the worker to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. (APHA) Source: https://www.apha.org/apha-communities/member-sections/community-health-workers
CHW Network- NACHW uses the term CHW Network to describe a state/regional organization, association, or coalition with 50%+ CHW leadership & membership, whose mission/activities focus on CHW training, workforce development, mentoring, member mobilization, cross-sector networking, and advocacy.
CEU-Continuing Education Unit -standardized measure used to recognize participation in professional development activities. One CEU typically equals ten contact hours of structured education. CHWs may earn CEUs by attending approved trainings, workshops, or courses that support their role. Many credentialing bodies or employers require a certain number of CEUs for certification renewal or continued employment.
CHW Training Program -is a structured educational curriculum designed to prepare individuals to become effective Community Health Workers. These programs typically cover core competencies outlined by national or local standards (such as the C3 Project), including communication, service coordination, advocacy, and cultural mediation. Training programs may be entry-level (for new CHWs) or advanced (for experienced CHWs seeking skill enhancement), and can lead to certification, employment, or advancement in the field.
Professional Development -refers to the ongoing process of acquiring new knowledge, skills, and experiences that enhance a CHW’s ability to effectively serve communities. It includes formal education, on-the-job training, mentorship, workshops, conferences, and other learning opportunities that support career growth, role advancement, and improved service delivery.

Contact Person Name ( Will not be public information)*

First NameLast Name

I am a (select one) :*

I'm a community health worker (CHW), promotor or promotora de salud, community health representative (CHR) or tribal CHWI'm a CHW allyPartnerNot listed ( Please describe)

Email*

example@example.com

Are you a*

NACHW memberMember of my state or local CHW NetworkNot a NACHW member, but interestedNot a member of my state or local CHW Network

NACHW’s values are listed below. Please select the values that you are aligned with (select all that apply):*

Social justice & Equity: ensuring fair treatment, access, opportunity, advancement, and outcomes for individuals and communitiesSelf-empowerment: promoting self-actualization and self-advocacy among community health workersSelf-determination: promoting the efforts of the community health workers, and the communities in which they work to create a shared vision and direction of the futureDignity & Respect: building trusted relationships based on honoring the inherent value and contributions of every personUnity: encouraging collaboration among community health workers to promote a common professional identity regardless of job title or work settingIntegrity: promoting and nurturing the authenticity and character of the community health worker profession and promoting the contributions made by the CHWs toward eliminating health disparities and advancing health equityN/A none of the above

Organization Name*

Organization's Website*

What city are you located in?*

What state/territory are you located in?*

What states/territories do you offer training in ?*

Please select the HHS Region your Organization is located and list it here:*

Tribal Affiliation/ Indian Health Service Area/ Native Nation

CHW Course(s) Name*

Is your CHW curriculum C3 aligned? Check all competencies your curriculum covers Source: https://www.c3council.org/roles-competencies*

Does your training align with CHW Certification standards?*

In what state/territory?*

Do you also offer CEUs for this course?*

What type of CEUs are offered?*

How many CEUs are offered for this course? *

Length of CHW Certification Training?*

Is the training ADA accessible?*