Apprenticeship Programs
Community Health Worker Registered Apprenticeship Program
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This Program helps develop and build skills of new and seasoned community health workers and other front-line professionals committed to advancing community health.
Why choose a CHW apprenticeship? The Department of Labor anticipates a 17% increase in the CHW workforce between 2020-2030, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. (U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics). Most professions, particularly in healthcare, require training to achieve and/or maintain certification or licensure. As an emerging workforce, in many areas of the country, there are limited or no requirements for CHWs. To ensure CHWs are skilled and effective in their work, payers, health systems, and community-based organizations are increasingly seeking and investing in training CHWs. This training meets the national standard for Department of Labor Registered CHW Apprenticeship. The Apprenticeship includes “classroom” training which is delivered in a live, virtual format with 90-minute, weekly online classes spanning 23 weeks. In addition to the weekly class is a textbook, required reading and other assignments, and quizzes. The estimated time commitment to complete the coursework is 147 hours. Total length of the Apprenticeship is one year maximum, though in many cases that can be reduced through previous work experience with the employer. The program is offered by the Iowa Chronic Care Consortium, Iowa Health and Human Services, and Des Moines Area Community College. Opportunities are available for Iowa residents and people employed in Iowa to receive full tuition waivers and stipend support. |
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Iowa’s Registered Apprenticeship Programs
Registered apprenticeships provide on the job training programs that can help you find a career. There are many healthcare apprenticeship opportunities available such as Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Dental Assistant, and many others. To learn more about types of healthcare apprenticeships that are available, visit EarnAndLearnIowa.gov.
Iowa Career Pathways
Careers in the health sciences are expected to continue to grow in Iowa, largely due to an aging population and related health care needs. Much of this growth will include more common occupations, such as doctors and nurses, but also incorporates advances in technology for fast-growing, high-paying areas of diagnostic testing, biotechnology research, and health informatics.
Opportunities in Health Sciences: Iowa
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Snapshot of Health Science Careers in Iowa
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Summer Health Professions Education Program
The Summer Health Professions Education Program is a free summer enrichment program designed to improve access to information and resources for college students interested in the health professions. Eligible students include, but are not limited to, individuals who identify as African American/Black, American Indian and Alaska Native and Hispanic/Latino, and those who are from communities of socioeconomic and educational disadvantage.
