The Virtual Community Health Worker (CHW) Certificate Training Program is hosted by Temple University Harrisburg, CEPD (Continuing Education and Professional Development), University College. This live, virtual, 29 module ,non-credit course is designed to provide the core competencies needed for work in community-based care. While the actual functions of Community Health Workers may vary by size and type of practice, healthcare specialty, or patient needs, all Community Health Workers must possess fundamental competencies to be successful in the role of working with patients towards the overarching goal of increasing appropriate utilization of health care services, particularly among under-served populations. Successful completion of this program will equip the participant with the knowledge, skills, and techniques to better meet the needs of clients and patients they serve, and prepare them for a variety of jobs in the community health field. 

Completing this initial certificate course positions you to fulfill the 75 hour education requirement for the Pennsylvania State Certified Community Health Worker Credential (CCHW) through the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB).
 

Applications are accepted all year for the upcoming spring or fall semesters. Enrollment will open about three months before each program start date. Approved applicants are invited to enroll to secure their seat.

ENROLLMENT for SPRING 2026 October through December 19th, 2025. You must submit an application and receive an approved status in order to enroll. Group enrollments may be managed differently so monitor your email for instructions from the Program Manager and staff.


SPRING 2026 Cohort Class Schedule
January 13th through April 28th, 2026 virtually via Zoom on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9PM EST/EDT.

More information about this program can be found on the  course page here: HBGCE0144:  Community Health Worker Training Program.   If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact Program Manager, Diamond Poyer, MEd, CMC: diamond.poyer@temple.edu.