Recognized Training Programs
To become a CDPHE Recognized Community Health Worker (CHW) Training Program:
- Complete and submit the Application for CDPHE Recognition of Community Health Worker (CHW) Training Programs.
- The training program must meet the Colorado Standards and Requirements for CDPHE’s Recognized Community Health Worker Training Programs and be aligned with Colorado’s CHW Core Competencies.
Current CDPHE-recognized training programs
Fort Lewis College Community Health Worker Certificate [Full Recognition]
The Fort Lewis College Community Health Worker Certificate will prepare students to fulfill a workforce need in the Four-Corners region. This program will create a career pathway for students who wish to prepare for work as an entry-level CHW.
University of Colorado Anschutz Multidisciplinary Center on Aging Community Health Worker Training Program
The CU Anschutz Multidisciplinary Center on Aging: Community Health Worker Program offers a Health Navigator training program specifically developed to engage older adults.
Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) Health Navigator Training
The MSU Denver CHW/Health Navigator Training course serves as a starting point for those eager to pursue careers in Health Navigation or Community Health Work and can stack into an MSU Denver credential or degree. Classes are offered virtually.
Patient Navigator & Community Health Worker Training Program [Interim Recognition]
The Patient Navigator & Community Health Worker Training Program offers a full curriculum for Patient Navigators, Care Coordinators, and Community Health Workers. Classes are offered in person and virtually.
Important note
Some of the current training program language may use the term “Health Navigator” but that will eventually change to Community Health Worker. In the interim, Health Navigator training will be accepted until all training programs change to Community Health Worker training programs.