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Course

Community Health Workers and Pandemic Response

Self-paced
1 credit

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Description

This training module focuses on the roles, challenges, and support systems for community health workers (CHWs) during pandemics. It highlights their critical involvement in community engagement, contact tracing, and overcoming social stigma, as well as strategies for improving their well-being and retention during public health crises.

Target Audience

Public health professionals, healthcare administrators, policymakers, and organizations involved in pandemic preparedness and response.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Recognize the expanded roles and tasks of CHWs during pandemics.
  2. Identify challenges faced by CHWs, including social stigma and its impact on service delivery.
  3. Implement strategies to enhance CHW recruitment, retention, and work satisfaction.
  4. Leverage CHWs effectively for community engagement and contact tracing during pandemics.

 

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