Community Health Worker Certificate
Certification in Community Health
NECCs Community Health Worker Certificate offers a mix of classroom theory and field work, preparing you for health education activities, such as providing health care referrals, collecting data, and coordinating client care. Program graduates will demonstrate core competencies of communication, health education, care coordination, community assessment, and professional skills and conduct.
How to get started in community health
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Additional Program Information
The Community Health Worker Certificate is offered in the evening and will prepare you for a variety of entry-level positions in community health. You will also be able to apply your credits to earn an Associate Degree in General Studies: Health Specialization. With this program, you will:
- public health issues and education
- Understand how to provide health care referrals, collect statistics, and coordinate care for clients
- Gain real-world experience by participating in a practicum (internship) in a community and/or health care setting
CHW Core Competency Training Stand-Alone Option
CHW 110 focuses on the 10 core competencies set by Massachusetts Department of Public Health for the Community Health Worker. This 6-credit, open elective course is approved by Massachusetts Board of Certification for the Community Health Worker Training program.
Participants may choose to take this as a stand-alone course or enroll in the full NECC certificate for the Community Health Worker.
Credit for Prior Learning or Work Experience
With NECCs Credit for Prior Learning, you can move through the program at a faster pace and graduate sooner! These credits are covered free-of-charge for eligible Massachusetts learners.
Support for Every Student
NECC offers a variety of student support services, including tutoring, counseling, and academic advising, to help students thrive academically. Want to transfer to NECC? Our advisors are happy to assist you.
Accommodations at NECC
As an ADA-compliant institution, NECC is committed to serving the needs of students, faculty, staff, and visitors with disabilities, including those who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. We partner with multiple entities are dedicated to ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all members of the NECC community.
Do you have a documented disability? Are you Deaf or Hard of Hearing? If so, the Center for Accessibility Resources & Services (CARS) can connect you to the services you need to thrive at NECC.
Free Community College
MassEducate & MassReconnect
No tuition. No fees. And both programs include an allowance for books and supplies for eligible students.
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Amanda Prophett
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