Free 16 Week Course
100% Online
Students work through the online curriculum to become skilled in the ten core competencies essential to CHW proficiency and state certification. You'll also focus on HIV topics that are essential to community engagement and individual case management.
Program Eligibility
CHAMP
Training Program
ApproximatelY 5 HOURS OF STUDY PER WEEK
Enrollment & Onboarding
Onboarding interviews will be scheduled for eligible applicants.
CHW Core Competencies
Students work through the online curriculum to become skilled in the ten core competencies essential to CHW proficiency and certification.
HIV Training
Students focus on HIV topics that are essential to community engagement and individual case management.
Graduation and Next Steps
Graduates will be connected with community partners for additional learning and professional experiences.
What is a Community Health Worker?
Become a Community Health Worker and help end the HIV Epidemic
A community health worker (CHW) is a frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of the community that they serve.
As a CHW, you'll:
CHAMP Training Program: Community Health Across Maricopa and Pinal.
This program is hosted by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health,
Ryan White Part A Program & Ending the HIV Epidemic offices.
This program is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $2,000,400.00 with 21% financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.