Community Health Worker Trainee

Advance Your Career with a Free Community Health Worker Certification Program!

Plus, receive a stipend!

Program Details

• Dates: January 12 to February 25, 2027
• Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Location: Hybrid in Cambridge, MA

Please note that this is a no-cost training. There is a stipend provided at completion of the training and lunch is also provided at every training session.

The program includes 80 hours of CHW core competency training certified by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, job readiness and additional training opportunities, plus one-on-one job placement support .

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What is a Community Health Worker (CHW)?

Community Health Workers (CHWs) are essential frontline professionals who connect local communities with public health and social services, addressing health inequities caused by language barriers, cultural stigmas, and lack of culturally responsive education. CHWs leverage their lived experiences to effectively bridge the gap between community members and essential resources.

Program Overview

Our FREE 7-week in person training program offers an excellent opportunity to enter the public health sector. Participants will benefit from comprehensive job training and placement assistance through our network of employer partners.

Program Benefits

• Stipend provided upon completion of training
• Lunch provided during in-person training
• 80 hours of MA Board of Certification of CHW curriculum with experienced trainers
• Job readiness training
• Resume and cover letter building
• Financial literacy workshops
• Job placement assistance with healthcare providers and community partners in Greater Boston and beyond
• Valuable CHW skills training for career advancement
• Ongoing guidance throughout the employment process

CHW Core Competencies:

1. Outreach Methods and Strategies
2. Individual and Community Assessment
3. Effective Communication
4. Cultural Responsiveness and Mediation
5. Education to Promote Healthy Behavior Change
6. Care Coordination and System Navigation
7. Use of Public Health Concepts and Approaches
8. Advocacy and Community Capacity Building
9. Documentation and Reporting
10. Professional Skills and Conduct

Minimum Selection Criteria:

To be considered for enrollment, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a Massachusetts resident
• 18 years or older
• Unemployed or Underemployed
• Seeking full-time employment after program completion
• Authorized to work i n the U.S. without sponsorship
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Proficient in English

Ready to take the next step?

Start your journey toward a rewarding career as a Community Health Worker, APPLY TODAY: awfh.org/CHW-Interest