Community Health Worker Training
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FolkTime’s state-approved 80-hour CHW training prepares you to work in healthcare and community settings as a trusted frontline public health worker. Designed to meet Oregon certification requirements, the course is created by experienced CHWs and offers flexible learning formats—in-person, online, or hybrid.
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What You’ll Learn:
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CHW roles & responsibilities
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Navigating health systems
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Cultural competency & health equity
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Chronic disease prevention
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Communication & advocacy
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Self-care & professional growth
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Why It Matters:
CHWs build trust, connect people to care, and help reduce health disparities across communities.
Email us at training@folktime.org to learn more.
100% of training income supports peer programs and workforce development.
Trainings
FolkTime offers many public trainings throughout the year. For a training that is Waitlisted, you may click the button to email to join the waitlist. If the training is Closed, unfortunately we are not able to accept more participants.
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As a nonprofit, 100% of training income goes towards developing peer programs and the peer workforce.
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To apply for a scholarship to one of our trainings, please fill out this scholarship form.
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Upcoming Trainings
Trainings will be announced soon!
Get in Touch
Submit an inquiry to the right to get in touch with our Training and Technical Assistance team!
