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TNCHWA CHW Training Program

Tennessee Community Health Worker Association CHW Training Program

Community Health Workers are trusted frontline public health professionals who connect individuals and communities to health and social services, helping improve access and overall well-being. With support from UnitedHealthcare, TNCHWA is expanding training opportunities for new and current CHWs.

The initial training includes 103 hours of instruction covering the 11 core CHW competencies, along with a field placement component. Competencies include:

  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal and relationship-building skills
  • Service coordination and navigation skills
  • Capacity building and empowerment skills
  • Advocacy skills
  • Education, facilitation, and leadership skills
  • Individual and community assessment skills
  • Outreach skills
  • Professional and organizational skills
  • Evaluation and research skills

  • Knowledge base

An advanced 40-hour training will also be offered, focusing on strengthening skills in advocacy, leadership, communication, and professional practice.

Participants who successfully complete the program(s) will receive a certificate of completion.

Applications to apply for our Summer and Fall 2026 Training cohorts are now available via this LINK. 

The Training Program Application includes a video program overview. Once you complete the application, you will receive a link to an optional scholarship application.
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