Community Health Worker

Entry-Level Wage:

$19.07

Median Wage:

$22.13

Experienced Wage:

$28.12

Employment Per 1,000 Jobs:

280

Source: NH Employment Security

Education Pathways

High School Diploma or GED, followed by a training program.

Career Description

Community Health Workers work as a connector between health care systems and the community. They provide outreach, education, advocacy, and support to people in navigating health care.

Work Settings

Homes, Communities

License/Certificate Program

North Country Health Consortium

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Requirements

Education

Entry-level Occupational Preparation

High School Diploma/GED/Equivalent

Experience

None

Job Training

Short-Term On-the-Job Training

Have you been considering a career in health care or expanding the skills you already have?

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