R9-16-806. Continuing Education

A. A certified CHW shall complete 24 hours of continuing education hours within the two years prior to renewing certification specified in A.R.S. § 36-765.02. B. Continuing education shall: 1. Directly relate to CHW core competencies including services, skills, and knowledge that: a. Facilitates access to quality of care delivery and health outcomes for clients receiving services; and b. Expands health and wellness in diverse communities to reduce health disparities; 2. Have educational objectives that exceed an introductory level of knowledge related to health and community services; and 3. Consist of courses related to core competencies, such as: a. Health and social service systems; b. Disease prevention to help manage health conditions; c. Health promotion education; d. Health literacy and cross-cultural communication; e. Referrals and providing follow-up; f. Individual support and coaching; g. Outreach methods and strategies; h. Client and community assessment; i. Health education for behavior change; j. Provide direct services; k. Home visits to provide education, assessment, and social support; and l. Support, advocacy, and health system navigation for clients. C. A continuing education course developed, endorsed, or sponsored by one of the following that meets the requirements in subsection (B): 1. National Community Health Worker Training Center; 2. Arizona Community Health Workers Association; 3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Training and Continuing Education; 4. Arizona Alliance for Community Health Centers; 5. National Commission for Health Education Credentialing; 6. American Diabetes Association; 7. Western Region Public Health Training Center; 8. Indian Health Service; and 9. Other certified CHW training programs approved by the Department.