LaGuardia Community College is Currently Accepting Applicants for Community Health Worker Training Program

Full scholarships are available for eligible applicants

About the program:

This training is a LaGuardia Community College, Adult and Continuing Education Project. The purpose of a Community Health Worker is to help members of the community manage health problems and live healthier lives.

The Community Health Training Program includes:

Classes begin March 4, 2024

• 6 Months Community Health Worker Training
• 125-hour paid internship at a healthcare agency
• Healthcare Career counseling, job search and employment referral support
• An industry recognized Certificate from LaGuardia Community College
• The opportunity to earn 9 college credits if you continue your healthcare education with LaGuardia Community College

Program Requirements:

• Be 18 years or older
• Classes will be taught in English, you must be fluent in English
• Be a New York City resident and legally authorized to work in the United States
• Have a High School diploma or equivalent
• Be available to study a minimum of 16 hours per week evenings and weekends and complete 125 hour internship
• Have access to computer or laptop

To apply, you must first attend an information session or visit their website to register: www.laguardia.edu/acereg Keyword Search: CHWC001