Community Health Worker Training

FolkTime’s state-approved 80-hour CHW training prepares you to work in healthcare and community settings as a trusted frontline public health worker. Designed to meet Oregon certification requirements, the course is created by experienced CHWs and offers flexible learning formats—in-person, online, or hybrid.

Trainings

FolkTime offers many public trainings throughout the year. For a training that is Waitlisted, you may click the button to email to join the waitlist. If the training is Closed, unfortunately we are not able to accept more participants.

As a nonprofit, 100% of training income goes towards developing peer programs and the peer workforce.

To apply for a scholarship to one of our trainings, please fill out this scholarship form.

Upcoming Trainings

CHW Hybrid Training

Hybrid Training

January 12th - 30th

This hybrid CHW training includes two weeks of virtual instruction, followed by one in-person week.

January 12–16: Online (Mon–Fri, 9am–1pm)
January 19–23: Online (Mon–Fri, 9am–1pm)
January 26–30: In person (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)

In person sessions are held at the FolkTime Office:

13333 SW 68th Pkwy Suite 320, Portland, OR 97223

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What You’ll Learn:

CHW roles & responsibilities

Navigating health systems

Cultural competency & health equity

Chronic disease prevention

Communication & advocacy

Self-care & professional growth

Why It Matters:
CHWs build trust, connect people to care, and help reduce health disparities across communities.

Email us at training@folktime.org to learn more.

100% of training income supports peer programs and workforce development.

Get in Touch

Submit an inquiry to the right to get in touch with our Training and Technical Assistance team!