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Most Recent Patient Navigator News
Job post: CHW at Uptown Community Health Center (Denver, CO)
Job Summary: The Community Health Worker (CHW) plays a vital role in assisting patients and their families by navigating and accessing community...
CHW Medicaid Benefit in Colorado postponed until Jan. 1, 2026
The Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) wants to provide an update regarding Medicaid reimbursement for Community Health Worker...
Self-care virtual workshops: 2 dates scheduled in June
Living Well on Purpose: Strategies for Self-Care Interactive Virtual Workshop - Choose from 2 dates in June Burnout is common, especially for those...
Webinar: Myths & Realities of Medicaid Access for Immigrants, May 13
This informative webinar will unpack the myths and realities surrounding Medicaid access for immigrant communities. Designed for providers, this...
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Mental Health 101 for Community Health Workers
Mental health matters. This course will empower you with the knowledge and skills to have conversations with your participants about their mental health and decide when and how to get help.
Self-paced course: Now available in Spanish
Several of our free eLearning courses are available in Spanish.
Upcoming Events
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06/05/2025 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm |
Living Well on Purpose: Strategies for Self-Care (June 5) |
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06/13/2025 8:30 am - 5:00 pm |
Level 1: Health Navigation Fundamentals (Westminster, CO) |
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06/17/2025 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
Living Well on Purpose: Strategies for Self-Care (June 17) |
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06/20/2025 - 08/15/2025 8:00 am - 9:00 am |
Level 1: Health Navigation Fundamentals Online (Summer 2025) |
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06/20/2025 - 07/31/2025 10:00 am - 11:30 am |
Level 2: Care Coordination Online (Summer 2025) |
What is a patient navigator or community health worker?
Patient navigators and community health workers help clients understand the healthcare system. They coordinate care, connect people with resources, and may focus on specific chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease, or diabetes.
Who are courses for?
Our courses are for patient navigators, care coordinators, community health workers, and other healthcare professionals working in navigation. See the Courses page for more information.
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