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Become a Community Health Worker in Less Than 1 Year!

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You can complete our Community Health Worker Certificate of Completion (CCL) in less than one year and gain the hands-on experience and skills you need to get hired!

 

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In Arizona, Community Health Workers make an average of nearly $21/hour or $43,000/year! Overall employment of Community Health Workers is projected to grow 17% from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations, which means employers are looking for people like you to fill those roles.

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What is a Community Health Worker?
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Community Health Workers serve a critical role in their communities by assisting community members in adopting healthy behaviors, advocating for their health needs, and helping to implement programs that promote and improve individual and community health. This career path offers an incredible opportunity to make an impact and we’re bringing the training you need to your neighborhood!

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Course dates

Program begins in August

Course days/times

Tuesday & Thursdays afternoons

Duration

 Series of 8-week courses held over less than 1 year
Modality

Combination of in-person, online, and hybrid

Location

Paradise Valley Community College 

18401 N. 32nd Street Phoenix, AZ 85032

Cost

Funding may be available for eligible candidates to attend this program at no cost!

 

If you choose to self pay, the cost is approximately $2,000 for Maricopa County residents - includes tuition, books, fees, and variable health and safety costs such as a Background Check, Drug Screening, Immunizations, and other items required for clinical experience.

 

For non-Maricopa County residents, view out-of-state tuition rates.

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Fall 2023

 

Course Course Title Credits Dates Day | Time Format
IPH101 Introduction to Public Health 3 8/22 - 10/12 Tue/Thu | 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm F2F
IPH105 Introduction to Patient Navigation 3 10/17 - 12/14 Tue | 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Hybrid
HES100 Healthful Living 3 10/17 - 12/14 Thu | 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Hybrid

 

Spring 2024

 

Course Course Title Credits Dates Day | Time Format
IPH112 Community-Based Health Education 3 Spring Block 1 Tue/Thu | 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm F2F
HCC145AA Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals 1 Spring Block 2 Tue | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm F2F
IPH205 Chronic Disease Management 3 Spring Block 2 Thu | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm F2F
IPH275 Patient Navigator Practicum 1 Spring Block 2 45 Contact Hours F2F

 

 

The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or national origin. A lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the career and technical education programs of the District.

 

The Maricopa County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs or activities. For Title IX/504 concerns, call the following number to reach the appointed coordinator: 480.731-8499. For additional information, as well as a listing of all coordinators within the Maricopa College system, visit http://www.maricopa.edu/non-discrimination.