Community Health Worker

Program Overview

This program prepares students to serve as frontline public health workers who act as liaisons between health and social services and the communities they serve. Training includes communication skills, health education, cultural competency, outreach strategies, and knowledge of public health systems. Students learn to provide informal counseling, advocate for individuals and community health needs, and assist with access to care and services. Graduates are equipped for employment in a variety of settings, including clinics, non-profits, public health agencies, and community-based organizations.

Contact Information

LINDA WILLIAMS  
Workforce Program Coordinator
(256) 215-4276
lwilliams@cacc.edu 

AMY OWENS-STEPHENS
Workforce Program Coordinator
(334) 595-7012  
anowens@cacc.edu

Top Careers

• Health Educator
• Social Worker
• Public Health Advisor

Classes

• Online modules/1-day lab