Personal Health Navigator Training

FolkTime’s OHCC Personal Health Navigator (PHN) Training is a 7-week, 80+ hour program that prepares participants to support individuals in navigating healthcare systems and making informed care decisions. Developed over a decade with input from Traditional Health Workers, this program is the first of its kind in Oregon.

Led by a team of PHNs, CHWs, and Peer Support Specialists, the course offers a flexible format—in-person, online, or hybrid—to fit your needs.

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

Informational Meeting

Free, No RSVP Required

Virtual

March 12th, 2026 - 12:00 PM

Please join FolkTime and the Oregon Home Care Commission on Thursday, March 12 at 12:00 PM (noon) for an optional one-hour virtual informational listening session about our upcoming Personal Health Navigator (PHN) Trainings. This session is a chance to learn more about the PHN role, what the training includes, and how PHNs can be utilized in real-world settings. Our PHN trainers will walk through the scope of the PHN role, share an overview of the 7-week online training structure, and leave time at the end for questions and discussion.

This listening session is a great fit for:

Folks who are interested in becoming a PHN
Supervisors, managers, and program leads who want to better understand how PHNs can support clients and teams
Partners and agencies curious about how PHNs fit within the THW workforce

Zoom Meeting Invite: NO RSVP REQUIRED, just join by using the link below on March 12th @ noon.

FolkTime Health is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82449834447?pwd=JxVA2EUNmlEOZChD01IsbbehJDpY9H.1

Meeting ID: 824 4983 4447
Passcode: 081073

Personal Health Navigator Training- Virtual

Virtual

April 13th-May 29th, 2026

This fully online, 7-week course will run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM. Upon successful completion, graduates will be eligible to submit their certificate to the Oregon Health Authority’s Traditional Health Worker Registry to become certified as a Personal Health Navigator. Because this course builds on each session, full attendance is required. Missing even one class will affect your ability to graduate. If you have any concerns about attendance, please connect with a trainer before registering.

Course Schedule

4/13–4/17: Mon, Wed, Fri | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
4/20–4/24: Mon, Wed, Fri | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
4/27–5/1: Mon, Wed, Fri | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
5/4–5/8: Mon, Wed, Fri | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
5/11–5/15: Mon, Wed, Fri | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
5/18–5/22: Mon, Wed, Fri | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
5/25–5/29: Wed, Fri | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (Memorial Day off)

Course Cost & Scholarships
For this cohort, we are unable to offer scholarships. Our scholarship program depends on specific grants and contracts, which are not currently available for this session. The cost for the training is $1,250 per participant. We appreciate your understanding.

Registration Details
Registration is open on a first-come, first-served basis. Please only register if you can commit to attending all 7 weeks of training, as space is limited and our waitlist is long. We anticipate this cohort will fill quickly.

What You’ll Learn:

Health navigation & care coordination

Cultural competency & health equity

Communication & advocacy

Chronic condition support

Professional development & system literacy

Why It Matters:
PHNs are certified Traditional Health Workers who connect people with care, bridge service gaps, and improve health outcomes across Oregon.

Custom Training Available:
For private trainings or info sessions, contact training@folktime.org.

100% of training income supports the growth of 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!