Authors: Marium A Sultan, Emily Miller, Roosa Sofia Tikkanen, Shalini Singh, Arpana Kullu, Giorgio Cometto, Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Onyema Ajuebor, Nicholas Gillon, Anbrasi Edward, Youri P Moleman, Shivani Pandya, Inyeong Park, Jung Yu Shen, Yefei Yu, Henry Perry, Kerry Scott, Svea Closser
This review examined how competency-based education is used in training community health workers (CHWs). Researchers analyzed 236 studies published between 2010 and 2023, mainly from high-income countries like the U.S. Most studies focused on small-scale training programs, with an emphasis on preventive health services. Effective strategies included adapting training for low-literacy CHWs, incorporating local cultural contexts, and involving CHWs in curriculum design. However, training was often discussed separately from broader support systems like career development. The findings highlight the need for tailored, practical training programs and further research on how education improves CHW skills and long-term effectiveness.
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Resource Topic: CHW training
Resource Type: Literature Review, Review
Year: 2025
Region: Global
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