Authors: Laurie Ruggiero; Lauretta Quinn; Amparo Castillo; Colleen Monahan; Leticia Boughton Price; Wandy Hernandez
This study tested a 10-week online training program using a 3D virtual world to teach community health workers (CHWs) about diabetes prevention in Black communities. The training helped CHWs improve their knowledge, confidence, and healthy habits. Most participants found the training useful, interactive, and easy to follow, though some wanted more help using the virtual avatars. The results show that this type of training is a promising way to reach and train CHWs remotely.
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Resource Topic: CHW training, Diabetes
Resource Type: Mixed Methods
Year: 2025
Region: North America (U.S. and Canada)
Country: United States of America
Publisher May Restrict Access: No