Training and Learning Programs for Volunteer Community Health Workers
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Course Summary
This course is designed for individuals who want to become community health workers. It covers the skills and knowledge needed to work in this field, including communication, cultural competency, and health promotion.Key Learning Points
- Learn about the role of community health workers and the populations they serve
- Gain skills in communication, cultural competency, and health promotion
- Explore strategies for community engagement and advocacy
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a community health worker
- Develop effective communication and cultural competency skills
- Learn strategies for community engagement and advocacy
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior experience or education required
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online and self-paced
- Video lectures and interactive quizzes
- Peer-reviewed assignments
Similar Courses
- Public Health and Epidemiology Essentials
- Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview
- Health for All Through Primary Health Care
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Mary Smith
- John Green
Related Books
Description
Volunteer community health workers (CHWs) are a major strategy for increasing access to and coverage of basic health interventions. Our village health worker training course reviews the process of training and continuing education of CHWs as an important component of involving communities in their own health service delivery. Participants will be guided through the steps of planning training and continuing education activities for village volunteers. The course draws on real-life examples from community-directed onchocerciasis control, village health worker programs, community case management efforts, peer educators programs and patent medicine vendor training programs, to name a few.
Outline
- Getting Started
- Welcome Video
- Lecture 1A: Principles of Learning, Part 1
- Lecture 1B: Principles of Learning, Part 2
- Lecture 1C: Adult Education Approaches
- Lecture 2A: Overview
- Lecture 2B: Approaching the Health Service
- Lecture 2C: Approaching the Community
- Lecture 2D: Approaching the Community: Gaining Support for Volunteer Efforts
- Syllabus
- Foundations of Global Health Specialization
- Suggested Readings
- Course Project
- Quiz 1 (Covers Lectures 1-2)
- Diagnosing Needs and Identifying Objectives
- Lecture 3A: What Information Is Needed?
- Lecture 3B: Documents and Interviews
- Lecture 3C: Observation of Performance
- Lecture 3D: Training Needs to Deliver a Basic Package of Services
- Lecture 4A: Content and Objectives
- Lecture 4B: SMART Objectives
- Week 2 Quiz (Covers lectures 3-4)
- Selecting Training Methods, Materials, and Resources
- Lecture 5A: A Variety of Methods
- Lecture 5B: Sample Methods for Learning about Educating Villagers
- Lecture 5C: Sample Methods for Learning about a Census
- Lecture 6A: Training Logistics
- Lecture 6B: Matching Materials with Methods
- Lecture 6C: Developing and Using Educational Materials/Aids
- Lecture 6D: A Simple Training Guide
- Quiz 3 (Covers Lectures 5-6)
- Monitoring Implementation
- Lecture 7A: What is Monitoring?
- Lecture 7B: Monitoring Content and Process
- Lecture 8A: Sample Community Volunteer Session on Malaria Case Management
- Lecture 8B: Sample Community Volunteer Session on Malaria Case Management
- Lecture 8C: Sample Community Volunteer Session on Malaria Case Management
- Quiz 4 (Covers Lectures 7-8)
- Program Evaluation and Follow-Up
- Lecture 9A: Overview and Definitions of Evaluation
- Lecture 9B: Pre- and Post-Tests
- Lecture 9C: Observation, Feedback, and Analysis
- Lecture 10A: Monitoring and Measuring Performance
- Lecture 10B: Realities Back on the Job
- Lecture 10C: Supervision Functions and Effectiveness
- Lecture 10D: Overcoming Supervisory Challenges
- Lecture 10E: Continuing Education Revisited
- Quiz 5 (Covers Lectures 9-10)
- Wrap-Up & Course Project
- Wrap-up Video
Summary of User Reviews
The Community Health Workers course on Coursera has received positive reviews from learners. Many users found this course to be highly informative and engaging, providing them with practical knowledge and skills to become effective community health workers.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Practical knowledge and skills to become effective community health workersPros from User Reviews
- In-depth and comprehensive content
- Engaging and interactive learning experience
- Highly informative and relevant to real-world situations
- Clear and concise explanations of complex concepts
- Practical assignments and case studies
Cons from User Reviews
- Some learners found the course to be too basic and lacking in depth
- Limited opportunities for peer-to-peer interaction and feedback
- The course structure and pacing could be improved
- Some technical difficulties with the online platform
- Not enough emphasis on cultural sensitivity and diversity
William Brieger, DrPH
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