Training and Learning Programs for Volunteer Community Health Workers

• Week 1 - Getting Started
  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.
• Week 2 - Diagnosing Needs and Identifying Objectives
  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 be...
• Week 3 - Selecting Training Methods, Materials, and Resources
  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.
• Week 4 - Monitoring Implementation
  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 Projec...
• Week 5 - Program Evaluation and Follow-Up
  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.
• Week 6 - Wrap-Up & Course Project
  In this module, you will submit your final draft of your plan and wrap-up the course.

William Brieger, DrPH
Professor, Health Systems Program of the Department of International Health
Bloomberg School of Public Health