Introductory Community Health Worker Training Course
This course provides foundational training for community health workers to address hypertension in underserved urban communities through practical skills in measurement, education, and behavior change support.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Introductory Community Health Worker Training Course equips you with practical skills to tackle hypertension in low-income urban areas. You will learn the fundamentals of blood pressure, how to measure it accurately, spotting urgent signs for triage, basic record-keeping, and referral processes. Additionally, you will create short, culture-appropriate activities, communicate clearly, encourage lifestyle changes, and implement proven methods for preventing and managing hypertension.
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Develop skills
- Hypertension basics: explain blood pressure readings, risks, and the need for prompt action in simple terms.
- Blood pressure measurement skills: perform precise readings and recognise when to seek further medical help.
- Community education design: develop short, effective sessions on hypertension awareness.
- Culturally tailored outreach: customise messages to suit low-income and immigrant adult populations.
- Behaviour change coaching: apply motivational techniques to improve compliance and attendance at follow-ups.
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