CNA to CHW Prosperity Pipeline Interest Form

  • CNA to CHW Prosperity Pipeline Interest Form

    Become a Certified Community Health Worker and expand your impact of patients, families, and communities

  • Program Overview

    WorkSource Montgomery, in partnership with Fenote Training Academy, Primary Care Coalition, and the American Heart Association, is launching a pilot CNA to Community Health Worker (CHW) Prosperity Pipeline designed to help frontline healthcare workers advance into high-impact community health roles.

  • ****This program is hybrid, meaning most of the theoretical components are online and self-paced. Their will be provided virtual support as needed during these modules.

    Please note that the training modules consist of a 40 hour mandatory practical training at a location to be determined by Fenote Training Academy. Candidates must commit to attending this face to face training, which will be in May, 2026.

  • Who Should Apply: 

    This program is ideal for individuals who are:

    Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
    Medical Assistants or other patient-facing healthcare workers
    Interested in community-based care, patient navigation, and health education
    Seeking career advancement without leaving the healthcare field

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Age 18 or older
    • High school diploma or GED
    • Ability to participate in English-language instruction
      Commitment to completing a 12-week training program
      (Language interpretation support may be available as needed.)
    • Must be a Montgomery County, MD Resident
    • CNA certification is preferred but not required, as other patient-facing professionals are also eligible.
    • Must be authorized to work in the United States.

  • Program Benefits:

    ✔ Full tuition covered for selected participants
    ✔ 12-week Maryland-recognized CHW credential
    ✔ Bonus American Heart Association micro-credential
    ✔ Career coaching and employment support
    ✔ Pathway aligned with Maryland’s evolving healthcare delivery models

    Important Dates:
    Application Deadline: January 28
    Admissions Decisions: February 4th
    Cohort Start Date: February 17
    Program Duration: February – May 2026 (12 weeks)

  • Applicant Information

  • Minium Requirements

  • Employer Support & Advancement Opportunities

    Applicants who are currently employed in healthcare or community-based settings are encouraged to discuss this training opportunity with their employer.
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  • Program Attestation

  • I understand that selected participants may receive the following benefits as part of the program:
    ✔ Full tuition covered for selected participants
    ✔ 12-week Maryland-recognized Community Health Worker (CHW) credential
    ✔ Bonus American Heart Association (AHA) CHW micro-credential opportunity
    ✔ Career coaching and employment support
    ✔ A pathway aligned with Maryland’s evolving healthcare delivery models

    ⭐ Bonus Credential Opportunity Acknowledgment
    American Heart Association CHW Micro-Credential

    I understand that participants will also have the opportunity to earn a bonus Community Health Worker micro-credential from the American Heart Association, focused on:
    ✔Chronic disease prevention
    ✔Cardiovascular health
    ✔Health literacy
    ✔Community-based care coordination

  • By signing below, I confirm that I have read, understand, and agree to the program requirements, including the hybrid format, mandatory in-person orientation, and completion of the 40-hour practicum. I also acknowledge the program benefits and the optional bonus credential opportunity described above.

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