Pays you!
Community Health Worker
at Ochsner Health Workforce Training
New Orleans Catalog
About
The Workforce Development program at Ochsner stands out due to its comprehensive support and unique "Earn as You Learn" model, which allows participants to gain real-world experience while earning a salary. This makes it especially attractive for individuals looking to advance their careers without sacrificing financial stability. Ochsner partners with top-tier educational institutions, ensuring participants receive high-quality, relevant training that meets industry standards. Furthermore, the program's emphasis on diversifying the healthcare workforce and removing financial barriers demonstrates its commitment to inclusive and accessible education.
Participants also benefit from personalized coaching, career guidance, and mentoring throughout the program, making the institution not just a place for skill development but a hub for career-long growth. The support network, which includes celebrating milestones like graduations and practical, on-the-job training, adds a special touch that makes this program both exciting and rewarding for those starting or transitioning into healthcare careers
Takes
12 Months
Costs
Free
Leads to
$48.2k careers
Example Career
Community Health Workers
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Entry
Median
High
Salary
Hourly Wage
$35,560
$48,200
$75,980
$17.10
$23.17
$36.53
Is this a career path I'll enjoy?
Graduates of Ochsner's Community Health Worker program can pursue entry-level roles like health promoters or patient navigators, focusing on connecting people with healthcare services and supporting chronic disease management. Starting wages typically range from $16 to $22 per hour, depending on experience and location. These roles provide meaningful opportunities to improve healthcare access and patient outcomes in the community(
What skills and credentials will I gain?
Upon completion of Ochsner's Community Health Worker program, participants typically earn a Community Health Worker (CHW) certification, which qualifies them for roles in healthcare outreach and support services. This certification is a recognized credential that allows graduates to work in roles assisting patients with accessing care, understanding health conditions, and navigating the healthcare system.
Courses that may interest applicants could include:
- Health Promotion and Education: Focuses on teaching individuals and communities about managing health.
- Chronic Disease Management: Equips participants with strategies to help patients handle long-term conditions.
- Cultural Competency: Helps future workers communicate effectively with diverse populations.
These courses are designed to provide practical skills for real-world healthcare environments
Admissions
Applicants for Workforce Development programs at Ochsner must meet specific eligibility requirements, which can vary by region and program type. Here are the key points from the transcript:
- Pre-Screening: After submitting an application, candidates are pre-screened based on program fit and eligibility by a talent acquisition recruiter.
- Prerequisites: For certain programs like the Surgical Tech or Practical Nursing apprenticeships, applicants need to meet eligibility requirements set by local community colleges (e.g., Delgado, SLCC, or Northshore Technical). Applicants are encouraged to review and complete prerequisites for these programs before applying.
- Interview: Eligible applicants then proceed to an interview with the department leader, where culture fit and department-specific needs are evaluated.
