Workforce Development News and Updates
A Journey from CHW to Dietitian/Nutritionist
Each month, we will highlight the journey of individuals' professional development into roles within and outside of the CHW profession. The first story is about Maria's journey from CHW to dietitian/nutritionist. The second features Carlos, who also became a dietitian/nutritionist, but unlike Maria, he did not start out as a CHW. This story is included to illustrate how the CHW profession builds skillsets that are desirable across industries. It is also included to illustrate the key differences between the CHW profession and other careers in related fields.
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Learn About Finding the True Value of CHW Programs with our New ROI Analysis Brief Report
Community Health Workers (CHWs) represent a link between members of the community and existing healthcare resources. They have had notable success reaching out to vulnerable communities in the United States with culturally tailored services. Despite mounting evidence of the positive impacts these programs can have, there is currently a lack of data relating these services to financial outcomes. This report offers an overview of the studies conducted on determining the ROI of CHW interventions across the U.S., and also offers suggestions on how to conduct an ROI analysis on your program.
Understand Best Practices for Supervising CHWs with Our Brief Reports on CHW Supervision
This free report offers an overview about how to ensure a supervisor can fully support Community Health Workers and the program.
Learn How to Run a Community Health Worker Program from Start to Finish with Our Free Implementation Guide
MHP Salud used its' over 35 years of experience to provide a comprehensive overview of a successful Community Health Worker program. This guide includes some key information, including Planning the Program, the Program Coordinator, Networking, Collaborations, and more.
