2026 CHW Foundational Training registration is now open! Beginning in 2026, mandatory payments will be required to register in this course. Please see below for more information about our training options and statewide certification.
About NVCHWA’s CHW Foundational Course:
What am I signing up for?
- Two mandatory live zoom or in person classes (3.5 hours each)
- Weekly online coursework (self-paced 1-4 hours each week for 8 weeks)
- The online course costs $300 per student. A reduced cost of $150 is available through our registration form to students or organizations experiencing financial hardship.
Do you have any employer programs?
- Employers may book an 8-week class for 15-30 students for $4,500 (in-person, online, or hybrid available)
- See employer resources and lessons HERE
Text (775) 538-2855 if you need help with your Zoom link
Look at our CHW Resources site to learn about additional education materials and classes
Community Health Worker Training and Certification
Program requirements and training standards for Community Health Workers (CHWs) vary widely among states. Some states require (CHWs) to have state-level certification, completion of an approved training program and training on specific skills. A number of educational institutions offer courses, certificates, or degrees in the CHW field. On-the-job training is offered to improve capacities of CHWs and enhance their standards of practice. Certification at the state level recognizes and legitimizes the work of CHWs and opens up potential reimbursement opportunities for CHW services.
In order to pursue official statewide certification, a CHW must complete a CHW Foundational Training from a Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH) approved course. Updated listings of approved courses can be found on the Nevada Certification Board website: https://nevadacertboard.org/certs/chw/chw-requirements/
Upon successful completion of any approved CHW Foundational Training, you will be issued an education credential or certificate of completion. The Foundational training is one of the minimum requirements for CHW certification with the Nevada Certification Board. More information on certification can be found here. Certification is required for Medicaid reimbursement, by some employers, and staffing grants.