Workforce Development

Accredited Training for Community Health Workers

MSCHWA provides peer-led programs, core competencies, and specialized modules to advance your career in frontline health advocacy.

Our Programs

Core Skills & Specialized Modules

Our peer-led training delivers essential competencies and advanced knowledge for effective community health work.

Core Advocacy Skills

Field Safety & Outreach

Chronic Disease Management

Master foundational techniques for community engagement, ethical practice, and effective communication in diverse settings.

Learn best practices for personal safety, de-escalation, and navigating challenging environments during community outreach initiatives.

Specialize in supporting clients with chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and mental health challenges.

Your Career Journey

Path to Certification

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Introductory Training

Core Competency Modules

Field Experience & Mentorship

Statewide Certification

Begin with essential modules covering the role of CHWs, public health principles, and community-rooted care strategies.

Deepen your expertise with specialized courses in health education, resource navigation, and client advocacy techniques.

Achieve official MSCHWA certification, recognizing your professional readiness and commitment to ethical practice.

Gain practical experience through supervised field placements and guidance from experienced CHW mentors.

Join an Upcoming Training Cohort

Advance your skills, connect with peers, and become a certified Community Health Worker in Mississippi.