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Foundations For Community Health Workers: Jossey Bass Public Health

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Overview

This comprehensive resource provides a solid foundation for understanding the essential roles and responsibilities of Community Health Workers (CHWs). Written by leading experts in the field, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the CHW profession, including its history, scope of practice, and core competencies. It also explores the challenges and opportunities facing CHWs today and provides evidence-based strategies for addressing these challenges.

Foundations for Community Health Workers (Jossey-Bass Public Health)

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	43317 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	710 pages

Key Features

Provides a comprehensive overview of the CHW profession
Written by leading experts in the field
Covers the history, scope of practice, and core competencies of CHWs
Explores the challenges and opportunities facing CHWs today
Provides evidence-based strategies for addressing these challenges

Target Audience

This book is intended for a wide range of audiences, including:

CHW professionals
Public health practitioners
Policymakers
Researchers
Students

About the Authors

The authors of this book are leading experts in the field of community health. They have extensive experience in research, practice, and teaching. Their combined expertise provides a unique perspective on the CHW profession.

Reviews

This book has received positive reviews from a variety of sources. Here is a sample of what people are saying:

"This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the essential role of CHWs in improving the health of our communities."
Dr. David Satcher, former U.S. Surgeon General

"This book provides a comprehensive overview of the CHW profession and is an invaluable resource for anyone working in this field."
Dr. Judith A. Lewis, President and CEO, National Association of Community Health Centers

The History of Community Health Workers
The Scope of Practice of Community Health Workers
The Core Competencies of Community Health Workers
The Challenges and Opportunities Facing Community Health Workers
Evidence-Based Strategies for Addressing the Challenges Facing Community Health Workers

This book is an essential resource for anyone who wants to understand the essential role of CHWs in improving the health of our communities. It provides a comprehensive overview of the CHW profession and offers evidence-based strategies for addressing the challenges facing CHWs today.