Cleveland State University's Community Health Worker program, offered since 2016, is certified by the Ohio Board of Nursing. The program is appropriate for anyone interested in an entry-level position in health care who would like to make a difference in the health of their community.
This program is a rigorous combination of 15 classroom sessions, CPR and Vital Signs Training, and 130 service hours in the community
Saturday class dates for Spring 2025 TBA, 9am to 3pm on CSU Main Campus
CPR and Vital Signs training (Saturdays)
130 service hours outside of class sessions
Requirements for admission and consideration for Scholarship Funding
Completed application and essay (300 word minimum)
At least 18 years of age with a High School diploma or GED certificate
Substance Test and Background Check
Copy of State ID and Proof of Medical/Health Insurance
ALL Health Data documentation and other required documents must be submitted before the program begins
Applications without a complete essay or any required documents missing will not be considered for scholarship funding
Submit your application and essay for Spring 2025!
What is a Community Health Worker?
To complete the program, participants must attend all classroom sessions (including assignments, texbook readings, and engagement in class discussion and activities), complete CPR and Vital Signs Trainings (included in the program), complete the four-day CDSM Certificate Training, and complete 130 service hours in the community.
After the participant has completed all the requirements of the CSU Community Health Worker Program, they will then submit their application (Form A) to the Ohio Board of Nursing with the $39 fee to become certified as a Community Health Worker in the State of Ohio.
Clean background check required within one year of application for certification with the Ohio Board of Nursing
Submit your application and essay for Spring 2025!
Parking is not included and is $10 per day on the CSU campus
Parking information
Partially funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration Community Health Worker Training Program grant.
Additional funds are available to assist with program completion.
Questions? Email cenursing@csuohio.edu
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