The Certificate in Health Worker (CHW) is an 18-month programme designed to train individuals in community health, preventive care, patient education, and basic healthcare services. Learners gain knowledge in primary healthcare, first aid, health awareness campaigns, maternal and child health, disease prevention, hygiene, and nutrition.

This course prepares graduates for roles in hospitals, clinics, community health programs, and NGO healthcare initiatives. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and extensive field internship, students emerge as essential pillars of the public health infrastructure.

Course Curriculum

• Module I – Fundamentals of Health Work (6 Months): Introduces basic healthcare and community health concepts, roles and responsibilities of health workers, human anatomy and physiology, hygiene and infection control, and communication techniques for health education.
• Module II – Advanced Health Practices (6 Months): Covers first aid and emergency care, maternal and child health support, nutrition and diet awareness, disease prevention and health promotion, and documentation and health program management.
• Module III – Practical Training / Field Internship (6 Months): Provides hands-on experience in hospitals, clinics, and community health centers, conducting awareness campaigns, supporting healthcare staff, exposure to maternal and preventive health programs, and fieldwork in community health initiatives.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the CHW program will be equipped with the practical skills and clinical exposure needed to pursue diverse career paths in the health sector:

• Health Worker / Community Health Assistant
• Public Health Coordinator
• Maternal & Child Health Assistant
• Health Program Staff
• Clinic or Hospital Support Staff
• NGO Healthcare Field Executive

Placement Areas

Students completing the CHW program can secure placements across a wide range of healthcare and social development sectors, including:

• Private Hospitals – Supporting patient care and ward management.
• Community Health Centers & Clinics – Assisting in primary healthcare delivery.
• NGOs & Public Health Organizations – Managing community outreach and health projects.
• Maternal & Child Health Programs – Supporting immunization and prenatal/postnatal care.
• Rural & Urban Health Outreach Initiatives – Conducting health screenings and education.
• School & Workplace Health Programs – Managing first aid and wellness stations.

Income Expectations

• Entry-level / Fresher: ₹12,000 – ₹18,000 per month.
• Mid-level Health Workers: ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 per month.
• Senior / Supervisory Roles: ₹40,000+ per month.
• NGO Healthcare Projects: Earnings can increase steadily based on project funding, experience, and specialized field training.

Course Details

• Duration: 18 Months (including 6-month field internship)
• Mode: Online / Hybrid (Virtual Classes + Field & Practical Training)
• Eligibility: 10+2 / Anyone interested in healthcare, community health, or public health work.
• Outcome: Acquire practical skills to deliver basic healthcare services, conduct health education, and support community and hospital health programs.
• Fees: INR (₹) 20,000 to 70,000.00 (depending on mode & inclusions).
• Certification: Certificate in Health Worker (CHW) – 18 Months Online / Hybrid. Learners will be awarded a grading-based certificate upon successful completion.