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Two Level 3 Workshops – Open for Registration
Here's an opportunity to attend two great level 3 courses June 2-4th in Denver. Level 3 courses are designed for those who supervise, manage and are developing patient navigator programs. Take one or the two courses in conjunction! Pre-requisite for both courses: Must...
Advanced Motivational Interviewing – Registration Open!
If you haven't had a chance to attend the Advanced (Level 2) Motivational Interviewing course, take advantage of the opportunity to attend one in Denver on June 16th. Building off of the skills you learned in the introductory class, you will: Expand your use of...
Don’t forget to connect via Facebook and Twitter
Did you know a lot of health and wellness related organizations post incredibly interesting and pertinent information on Facebook and Twitter? Take a look at our PNTC Facebook and Twitter pages to see what you might find helpful in your work and find out what's of...
Our Mission
The Patient Navigator Training Collaborative provides national leadership for the development, education, standardization and sustainability of the growing patient navigation workforce.
Navigate to New Skills and Knowledge
The Patient Navigator Training Collaborative offers a full curriculum designed to build patient navigator skills and knowledge. Whether you are a new or experienced patient navigator, choose from beginning or advanced level courses. Our expert instructors are patient navigation experts and leaders and can help you navigate to new knowledge and skills.
What is a patient navigator?
A patient navigator is a member of the healthcare team who helps patients “navigate” the healthcare system and get timely care. Navigators help coordinate patient care, connect patients with resources, and help patients understand the healthcare system. Patient navigators work in many areas of healthcare. Many have one chronic disease focus area such as cancer, heart disease, or diabetes.
Who are courses for?
Courses are for patient navigators, care coordinators, community healthcare workers, and other healthcare professionals working in navigation. Choose from two levels of training: Level 1 for new patient navigators and Level 2 for more experienced navigators. New navigators learn strategies to address patient barriers, how to maintain professional relationships, and health promotion skills. More experienced navigators can focus on topics related to care coordination, emotional aspects of disease, or legal and ethical healthcare issues. See the Courses page for more information.