Community Health Worker Program
Level: Diploma
Duration: 60 Credit Hours | Approximately 9 Months
Entry Criteria:
Minimum 10+2 (High School) or equivalent
Basic communication skills
Interest in community service, healthcare, and public health initiatives
Delivery Mode: Blended (Online Theory + Offline Practical Fieldwork & Lab Training)
Curriculum (Detailed Module-wise Breakdown)
1. Theoretical Courses (30 Credit Hours)
| Module Name | Credit Hours | Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Introduction to Community Health Work | 6 | CHW roles in healthcare systems, health promotion principles, social context of health, and addressing disparities. |
| 2. Basic Health and Wellness Education | 6 | Preventive health, nutrition, mental wellness, and physical activity promotion in community settings. |
| 3. Public Health Systems and Policy | 4 | Public health infrastructure, government health programs, healthcare policy, and legal frameworks relevant to CHWs. |
| 4. Cultural Competency and Communication | 4 | Effective communication with diverse groups, cultural awareness, building culturally sensitive health education interventions. |
| 5. Health Screening and Disease Prevention | 6 | Basics of community screening (BP, diabetes), early detection, risk factor education, and preventive measures. |
| 6. Ethics and Professionalism in CHW Practice | 4 | Ethical principles, confidentiality, privacy laws, professional behavior, and ethical decision-making in health work. |
2. Practical Training (30 Credit Hours)
| Module Name | Credit Hours | Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Community Outreach and Health Promotion | 6 | Planning and implementing health workshops, community engagement, and health advocacy techniques for different populations. |
| 2. Patient Advocacy and Support | 6 | Helping patients navigate healthcare, referrals, appointment support, and advocacy for underserved populations. |
| 3. Health Screening and Assessment | 6 | Performing health checks (BP, glucose), educating individuals, documenting health data, and making healthcare referrals. |
| 4. Field Experience in Community Health | 6 | Supervised placements in public health organizations, NGOs, or clinics with mentorship and real-world exposure to health programs. |
| 5. Collaboration with Healthcare Teams | 3 | Working with healthcare professionals, attending team meetings, contributing to coordinated care plans. |
| 6. Report Writing and Documentation | 3 | Preparing reports, using EHR systems, documentation for community health program outcomes, and sharing with stakeholders. |
Assessment Criteria
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Theoretical Assessments | Exams, quizzes, assignments, and case studies on community health theory and policy. |
| Practical Assessments | Field-based evaluations, health screening performance, and community program delivery. |
| Capstone Project | Students plan, execute, and evaluate a health intervention in their community with full reporting. |
Infrastructure Requirements
1. Classrooms and Lecture Halls
Multimedia classrooms for 20–30 students with projectors, whiteboards, and internet-enabled systems
Comfortable and accessible space conducive to interaction and theoretical learning
Access to digital platforms for online lessons, resources, and case studies
2. Health Screening and Education Labs
Health Education Lab: For creating and using educational materials, such as posters and leaflets
Screening Station: Equipped with BP monitors, glucometers, scales, thermometers
Simulation Lab: For role-play activities, community outreach mockups, and patient interaction practice
3. Community Health Field Experience Sites
Partner organizations such as public health departments, NGOs, clinics, and outreach programs
Designated field experience with supervision and structured feedback from mentors
4. Library and Digital Resources
Access to textbooks, journals, case studies on public and community health
E-resources: health databases, digital public health magazines, community statistics and reports
Online platforms for learning modules, community case simulations, and program evaluations
5. Internship/Fieldwork Coordination
Internship office to manage placements and connect students with local health initiatives
Structured feedback, weekly reporting, and mentorship throughout the field experience
6. Administrative and Support Staff
Qualified instructors with experience in public/community health
Program coordinators for scheduling, documentation, and student support
Facility and IT support for maintaining screening labs and digital platforms
Outcome
| Credential | Details |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Community Health Work | Granted upon completion of coursework and fieldwork; recognized by educational and health accreditation bodies. |
| Employment Pathways | CHW roles in public health agencies, clinics, NGOs, primary healthcare outreach, patient advocacy groups, and social work organizations. |