Community Health Representative
Support health promotion in your community
School:
Location:
Program length: Modular Part Time (540 hours)
Start date: N/A
Credential:
- Aurora College Certificate of Achievement
Delivery:
- Part Time
- Classroom
Program Description
(Offered based on learning needs of Health Authorities and NWT employees currently in the CHR role)
The Community Health Representative (CHR) program is designed to provide the graduate with a sound basic knowledge in community health education, health promotion, injury prevention and community development. The Community Health Representative graduate will be able to assess community health needs, client health education needs, and will work with the community to improve health and well-being.
Program Eligibility
Applicants may be admitted into the CHR program based on one of the following pathways: academic, mature student/experiential and previous related studies.
Academic Pathway:
Applicants may be considered for admission who:
- Are at least 18 years of age; and
- Have successfully completed English 10-2.
- Applicants who have completed the Aurora College Occupations and College Access Program (OCAP) may also be considered for admission if they have:
- Successfully completed Aurora College English 140.
Equivalencies and other post-secondary education may be considered.
Previous Studies:
Students who have successfully completed related courses may be eligible to receive transfer credit. Applicants who have completed part-time courses in the CHR program, or who are interested in having their prior learning recognized should speak to the Aurora College Registrar or the Program Head, Health Programs regarding transfer credits and Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition.
Mature Student/Experiential Pathway:
Applicants who are 20 years or older, have been out of school for at least one year, and have relevant work/life experience may be considered for admission on an individual basis. Eligibility for the program may be determined through an interview and/or placement test. The applicant may be required to submit a resume or other relevant work/life experience.
Depending on the applicant’s pathway, they may be advised/requested to submit:
- A resume or other evidence of relevant work/life experience.
- A letter outlining why they should be considered for priority admission based on the criteria outlined in the Program Admission section below.
Applicant Assessment
If a mature student applicant does not meet the program eligibility, they may be required to write an Aurora College placement test to assess reading and writing skills.
Program Admission
Applicants will be admitted to this program based on program eligibility and upon recommendation from the health authorities in one of the three territories.
Program Information
This program is designed to be flexible in format and delivery, and the curriculum is designed to reflect community needs. Students attain core competencies for Community Health Representatives while examining specific community needs. If the student has not worked in the role of a CHR, a consolidation field practicum is required once all course work is completed.
Program Objectives
Upon completion of the program students will:
- Develop the knowledge, skills and judgement required of a CHR;
- Learn to develop, implement, and evaluate activities, programs, and events that respond to community needs in a culturally safe manner;
- Develop understanding, awareness, and skills in health promotion and disease prevention; and
- Demonstrate professionalism and collaboration with clients and the health care team.
Completion Requirements
All course work must be successfully completed.
Document of Recognition
Aurora College Certificate
This program is available to individuals who are currently working in the Community Health Representative role in the NWT.