Who are CHWs and what do they do?

CHWs are trusted members of the community who…

• Serve as non-medical, frontline, public health workers who improve community health

• Have a strong understanding of their clients’ ethnicity, culture, education, background, and life experiences

• Provide informal counseling and social support

• Advocate for the needs of their community and assure they receive the services they need

• Provide culturally appropriate health education and information

• Serve as a bridge between communities, healthcare workers, and state health departments

 

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What are the eight core competencies that CHWs must demonstrate as trusted members of the community?

• Communication Skills

• Interpersonal Skills

• Service Coordination Skills

• Capacity-Building Skills

• Advocacy Skills

• Teaching Skills

• Organizational Skills

• Knowledge Base on Specific Health Issues

… all of which will aid you in becoming a frontline agent of change towards community development and improved access to basic health services!

 

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Why become a CHW?

• Bring awareness to the shortage of Chinese-speaking CHWs in the state of Texas

• Promote Asian American health in Texas 

• Help your own community

• Learn more about cancer prevention to keep you, your family, your friends, and your community healthy

• Increase your employment opportunities

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How can I become a CHW in the state of Texas?

• Must be a Texas resident

• Must be 16 years or older

• Must complete a 160-hour competency-based CHW training program certified by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)​​​​

  • Most programs cost ~$1000 but you can join ours for FREE!​

       

Please visit https://www.dshs.texas.gov/chw/CertRequire.aspx for more information on CHW certification requirements in Texas and what's required to submit an initial CHW application to DSHS.

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