Become a Community Health Worker

The InTOuCH program accepts community health worker trainees each fall and spring. Apply now.

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Admission

The InTOuCH program accepts trainees each fall and spring. Accepted applicants must be able to commit to the training schedule of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm for the entire eight weeks of the program.

Cost

The training is free.

Eligibility

  • Strong ties to the community
     
  • High school diploma, GED, or several years of community work experience
     
  • No hearing, visual, or memory impairment
     
  • Commitment to attend all training sessions
     
  • Ability to read and write in English
  • Basic computer literacy
     
  • Access to email and a computer or laptop

Schedule

The eight-week program follows a hybrid model. The first six weeks are held via Zoom, and the last two weeks are held in person at Columbia's Center for Community Health.

Coursework

  • Intro to Community Health Workers
     
  • Stroke and Heart Disease
     
  • Diabetes and Cholesterol
     
  • Heart Attack
     
  • High blood pressure and smoking
     
  • Nutrition
     
  • Physical Activity
     
  • Mental Health
     

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