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South Carolina Community Health Worker Association SCCHWA

WEBAbout Us. South Carolina Community Health Worker Association (SCCHWA) represents Community Health Workers (CHWs) and supporters who are building a healthier South …

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Credentialing Information

WEBThe South Carolina Community Health Worker Credentialing Council (SCCHWCC) was established in March 2019. It is comprised of representatives of SCCHWA, Community …

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Social Determinants of Health 101: Understanding the Basics

WEBReal people like Nora experience social barriers to health. Healthy People 2030 defines social determinants of health as “the conditions in the environments where …

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4 Powerful Ways CHWs Advocate for Health Equity

WEBHealth is more accessible for wealthier individuals because they do not face systemic barriers like poverty, discrimination, or racism. This experience is called health …

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The Crucial – and Overlooked – Roles of Community Health Workers

WEBIn the U.S., community health workers provide a range of important services in many different settings. They may provide first aid, distribute educational materials, …

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7 Elements of Successful Community Health Worker Integration

WEBNovember 03, 2023 - Medicaid programs are leveraging community health workers (CHWs) to improve patient navigation, quality of care, and cultural competency, a Manatt Health …

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Specialty Tracks

WEBSpecialty Tracks are advanced courses designed for Community Health Workers (CHWs), crafted with input from CHWs to ensure the content is relevant and beneficial for their …

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Community health workers bring value and deserve to be valued …

WEBIntroduction: Community health workers (CHWs) are critical members of the public health workforce, who connect the individuals they serve with resources, …

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Reaching the Most Vulnerable

WEBFifteen years ago, Julie Smithwick was a community health worker focused solely on new Latino mothers and families in South Carolina. Today, she directs a new …

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National Men's CHW Alliance

WEBWelcome to the Men's National CHW Alliance page. This space is dedicated to addressing the unique health and well-being challenges faced by men in our communities. …

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Advancing Health Equity in South Carolina Conference

WEBSouth Carolina State University’s Health Equity Research Training Center (HERT-C) will conduct its inaugural Health Equity Conference on Friday, April 19, at the university’s …

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Continuing Education

WEBThe South Carolina Community Health Worker Association’s Credentialing Council encourages all interested parties to submit their applications and contribute to the …

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Food Deserts in South Carolina

WEBFood deserts are areas where people have limited access to a variety of healthy and affordable food. DHEC has identified food deserts in South Carolina and …

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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statics CHW Occupational Outlook

WEBThe median annual wage for community health workers was $46,190 in May 2022. Job Outlook. Employment of community health workers is projected to grow 14 …

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Community health care workers provided a bridge to care

WEBThe role of community health workers “A community health worker is more than a job,” Estrada said. “It’s who we are.” The definition of a community health worker, …

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Pee Dee Region Page

WEBWelcome to the Pee Dee Region page of SCCHWA CHW! Immerse yourself in the opportunities, resources, and events designed exclusively for Community Health …

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Medicare Payable Health Equity Services for Community Health …

WEBThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2024 Medicare physician fee schedule which outlines a framework for health equity. They …

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