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CHW Training on Maryland’s Eastern Shore

The Eastern Shore Area Health Education Center (ESAHEC) offers a virtual CHW training program serving the nine counties of Maryland’s Eastern Shore. This cohort is offered at no cost, funded by the Maryland Rural Health Transformation Program.

✓ No Cost Training 💻 100% Virtual MD RHTP Funded
100
Classroom Hours
40
Practicum Hours
9
Core Competencies

Course Details

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Dates
September 22 – October 24, 2026
5 weeks · 15 sessions
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Schedule
Tue & Thu: 5:30 – 8:30 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Format
Virtual Classroom
Computer & reliable internet required
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Cost
FREE
Funded by MD RHTP via CMS
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Instructor
Meagan Donophan, CCHW
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15-Session Schedule

Course Schedule

Full participation is required for all sessions. If you cannot commit to attending all sessions, please consider a future cohort.

Week 1
Tuesday
September 22
CHW Overview & Professionalism
Thursday
September 24
Effective Communication & Health Literacy
Saturday
September 26
Public Health & Health Disparities
Week 2
Monday
September 29
Cultural Competency
Wednesday
October 1
Ethics and Confidentiality
Friday
October 3
Medical Terminology & Chronic Conditions
Week 3
Monday
October 6
Care Coordination & Advocacy
Wednesday
October 8
Outreach Strategies
Friday
October 10
Healthy Behavior Change
Week 4
Monday
October 13
Client Interviewing & Home Visiting
Wednesday
October 15
Oral Health
Friday
October 17
Substance Use Disorder
Week 5
Monday
October 20
Stress Management & Trauma
Wednesday
October 22
US Healthcare System & Health Insurance
Friday
October 24
Resources & Final Exam Prep
How to Apply

Application Process

Because this training is offered at no cost, ESAHEC reviews all applicants to ensure full commitment to the program and the CHW profession.

Complete Interest Form

Submit the online interest form with your background and commitment to community health work.

Virtual Interview

Complete a virtual interview with an Eastern Shore AHEC team member.

Selection Notification

Selected applicants will be notified and invited to complete the official registration form.

Begin Training

Attend all sessions, complete coursework, and fulfill the 40-hour field practicum.

Before You Apply

Requirements & Commitments

Eligibility

✓ At least 18 years of age
✓ High school diploma or GED
✓ Access to reliable internet and a desktop or laptop computer

Commitments

✓ Attend all training sessions and complete coursework within specified timelines
✓ Complete the 40-hour field practicum within the identified timeline
✓ Obtain Maryland CHW certification within 3 months of receiving your MAHEC certificate
✓ Commit to working as a CHW in Maryland

Ready to Serve Your Community?

Submit your interest form to begin the application process for the September 2026 cohort.

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