Arizona Community Health Workers

Operates a formal approval process for Community Health Worker (CHW) training programs recognized by the Arizona Department of Health Services, including reviewing applications, providing review guidelines and step-by-step implementation resources, and certifying approved programs. Multiple training programs have been approved, including those from Chiricahua Community Health Center, Pima JTED, ADHS Health Start, and Chicanos por la Causa/Keogh Health Connections.

Administers a voluntary certification process for Community Health Workers (CHWs), including approving training programs recognized by the Arizona Department of Health Services and certifying CHWs. Piloted the certification process in 2017 with the first class of 5 certified CHWs.

Administers a voluntary certification process for Community Health Workers (CHWs), including reviewing and approving CHW training programs that meet Arizona Department of Health Services standards. Provides resources and guidance to organizations seeking training program approval, such as step-by-step guides, review criteria, and webinars.

Provides comprehensive training opportunities for CHWs, including targeted modules on Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease, Infectious Disease, Advocacy, Social Determinants of Health, and Equity & Policy. Offers resources and support for organizations preparing for CHW training program approval.

Provides comprehensive training opportunities and professional development for Community Health Workers, including targeted modules on Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease, Infectious Disease, Advocacy, Social Determinants of Health, and Equity & Policy. Training is delivered through events, conferences, webinars, and skill-building programs to equip CHWs with necessary knowledge and competencies.

Provides targeted training programs and professional development opportunities for Community Health Workers in areas including Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease, Infectious Disease, Advocacy, Social Determinants of Health, Equity & Policy, and core skills development. Offers both general and specialized training modules to enhance CHW knowledge and effectiveness.

Provides targeted training opportunities and specialized workforce development modules for CHWs in areas including Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Chronic Disease, Infectious Disease, Advocacy, Social Determinants of Health, Equity & Policy, and core skills development. Offers both in-person and virtual training events.

Offers comprehensive technical assistance and support to organizations launching or enhancing Community Health Worker programs, including services in CHW integration, care coordination, supervisor training, and program implementation planning.

Offers comprehensive technical assistance and support to organizations launching or enhancing Community Health Worker programs, including services in CHW integration, care coordination, supervisor training, and program design. Provides technical assessment services to guide effective implementation.

Offers technical assessment, assistance, and support services to organizations developing or enhancing Community Health Worker programs, including guidance on CHW integration, care coordination, supervisor training, and program startup. Resources include step-by-step guides, webinars, and direct consultation.

Provides technical assessment, consultation, and ongoing support to organizations implementing or enhancing Community Health Worker programs, including guidance on CHW integration, care coordination, and supervisor training.

Produces and distributes practical resources for Community Health Workers, including toolkits on COVID-19, infographics on emergency preparedness, pamphlets on Long COVID, and multilingual materials on vaccine trials and children’s needs during the pandemic.

Develops and provides accessible public health resources for Community Health Workers and communities, including toolkits, pamphlets, infographics, and multilingual materials on topics such as COVID-19 vaccine trials, Long COVID, children’s needs during the pandemic, mental health, and emergency preparedness.

Develops and provides accessible public health resources for CHWs and communities, including toolkits, infographics, pamphlets, and multilingual materials on topics such as COVID-19 vaccine trials, Long COVID, children’s needs during the pandemic, mental health, and emergency preparedness.

Develops and provides accessible public health resources for Community Health Workers and communities, including toolkits on COVID-19, vaccine trial recruitment materials, infographics on emergency preparedness, and educational pamphlets on Long COVID and mental health, available in both English and Spanish.

Recognizes outstanding contributions by Community Health Workers through the Excellence Awards program, highlighting their impact and leadership in community health.

Recognizes outstanding Community Health Workers through the Excellence Awards program, highlighting contributions and impact within the field.

Organizes and hosts the annual Roots Conference (e.g., Roots 2025, Roots 2026) as a professional gathering for CHWs, promotores, and public health partners, featuring poster sessions for sharing community impact work. Also recognizes outstanding CHWs through the Excellence Awards.

Organizes and hosts the annual Roots Conference (e.g., Roots 2025, Roots 2026) as a professional development and networking event for CHWs, promotores, and public health partners, including poster sessions and excellence awards.

Organizes and hosts the annual Roots Conference (e.g., Roots 2025, Roots 2026), a professional gathering that includes workshops, poster sessions, and recognition events for CHWs, promotores, community organizations, and public health professionals to share knowledge and impact.

Organizes and hosts the annual Roots Conference (e.g., Roots 2025, Roots 2026) as a professional gathering for Community Health Workers, Promotores de Salud, and public health partners. Includes events such as poster sessions to showcase CHW impact and celebrate excellence in the field.