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CHW Training in Western Maryland

AHEC West’s CHW program is designed for the workforce serving Western Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Hybrid delivery with live evening sessions and self-paced coursework, taught by practitioners with deep regional experience.

🏅 MDH Accredited 💻 Hybrid Format
100
Classroom Hours
40
Practicum Hours
9
Core Competencies
AHEC West

Program at a Glance

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Total Hours
140 hours
100 classroom plus a 40-hour practicum
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Format
Hybrid
Live virtual sessions plus self-paced coursework
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Approval
Maryland Dept. of Health
Accreditation No. 004-2020-G
Questions
Joy Taylor, Program Director
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Upcoming Classes
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About the Program

Training built for where you’ll actually work.

AHEC West’s CHW program is designed from the ground up for the workforce serving rural and small-town communities across Western Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

Whether you’re starting your career or adding a credential to your current role, this program gives you the tools, certification, and network to make a measurable difference in your community.

100 hours of live classroom instruction
40-hour supervised field practicum
9 Maryland Department of Health core competencies
Regionally relevant curriculum for Appalachian communities
Payment plans and employer-sponsored options available

AHEC West at a Glance

AHEC West, celebrating 50 years
Location 39 Baltimore Street, Suite 201, Cumberland, MD 21502
Service Area Garrett, Allegany, Washington, Frederick, and Carroll counties (MD) & Mineral County (WV)
Phone 301-777-9150
Website ahecwest.org
Established 1976

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See the full program details, cost, and upcoming dates on the AHEC West website.

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