Johns Hopkins University
Training and Learning Programs for Volunteer Community Health Workers
Johns Hopkins University

Training and Learning Programs for Volunteer Community Health Workers

This course is part of Foundations of Global Health Specialization

Taught in English

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

4.7

(81 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
15 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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5 quizzes

Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

4.7

(81 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
15 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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There are 6 modules in this course

In this module, we will focus on the principles of learning, as well as approaching the health service and the community. There will almost be a quiz covering the first two lectures.

What's included

8 videos4 readings1 quiz1 discussion prompt

In this module, we will focus on what information we will need to begin training and planning, as well as cover content, objectives, and SMART objectives. There will be a quiz covering lectures 3-4 after completing the lectures in this module. You will also begin to create your rough draft of your plan in the Course Project.

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6 videos1 quiz1 peer review1 discussion prompt

In this module, we will focus on a variety of methods, training logistics, and educational materials. There will be a quiz that covers lecture 5-6 to after completing these lectures in this module.

What's included

7 videos1 quiz1 discussion prompt

In this module, we will focus on monitoring, as well as look at a sample community volunteer session. There will be a quiz covering lectures 7-8 after completing the lectures in this module. You will also be able to revise your rough draft in the Course Project section of this module.

What's included

5 videos1 quiz1 peer review1 discussion prompt

In this module, we will focus on evaluation, performance, and supervision. There will be a quiz covering lectures 9-10 after completing the lectures in this module.

What's included

8 videos1 quiz1 discussion prompt

In this module, you will submit your final draft of your plan and wrap-up the course.

What's included

1 video1 peer review1 discussion prompt

Instructor

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5.0 (10 ratings)
William Brieger, DrPH
Johns Hopkins University
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