Powerful CHW Graduations
Graduation is an accomplishment. A celebration of hard work and perseverance. We are excited to share important graduations recently celebrated by Rhode Island’s CHWs! If you are looking for confirmation that RI’s CHWs can and will rise to meet challenges… here are 111 great examples of CHWs doing just that!
🎓 CHWARI hits 450!
CHWARI’s Core Training program through RIC’s Institute for Education in Healthcare graduated 31 more CHWs on July 1st! This brings us to more than 450 CHWs trained since 2019. What a strong foundation for the workforce! Stay tuned for dates for our next core training which will be offered in the fall. Priority will be given to those who have already completed some CHW work/volunteer hours, so accrue if you can. (Employers – are you looking for CHW volunteers and/or do you have work for non-certified CHWs? Email joinchwari@gmail.com and we will share!)
🎓 RI Support Network Celebrates 37 CHW Graduates!
RI Support Network recently graduated 37 CHWs from its 70-hour CHW training program, delivered in partnership with Roger Williams University Extension School. These graduates are now prepared to support individuals and families across Rhode Island through culturally responsive, hands-on health and wellness services.
Thanks to their partnership with RWU Extension School, graduates are eligible to earn 5 college credits toward a degree. Those who go on to obtain their RI CHW Certification can receive up to 18 additional credits, opening doors to higher education and career advancement in public health. Email to express interest in their next cohort: info@risupportnetwork.org
🎓 Visión y Compromiso Promotora Training Graduates 22!
The Latinx CHW Support group collaborated with CHW Voices, and CHWARI to bring the Visión y Compromiso Promotora training to RI. Central Falls School District, Connexion Latina Newport, Bridges Connection Consulting, and Connecting for Children and Families joined the effort to engage Spanish speaking communities across the state. Twenty two promotors participated in 48+ hours of intense, interactive, culturally-appropriate CHW training in Spanish.
Trainers were given a citation by Representative David Morales, and participants each received citations from Maria Rivera, the Mayor of Central Falls!
Stay connected to RI’s Latinx Support Group for follow up on this training and future trainings like it!
The First CISB Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Course!
Español aqui. This past Saturday, July 26, 2025, the first section of Centro de Innovación Salud y Bienestar’s Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Course was successfully completed by 8 CHWs. This 30-hour training is valid for the new Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders endorsement from the RI Certification Board. Participants are now ready to formally apply for the endorsement, expanding their competencies to better support communities facing mental health and substance use challenges. Their next class starts 9/6/25! See details below (purple dot outline)!
Last but certainly not least…
🎓CISB’s Mental Health Community Health Worker Graduation – July 28, 2025
Español aqui. On Monday, the Graduation and Recertification Ceremony for Centro de Innovación Salud y Bienestar’s Mental Health Community Health Worker Course was held at the Rhode Island State House Library. This course represents the most advanced specialization in mental health for CHWs. A total of 13 CHWs successfully completed the 180-hour training, reaffirming their commitment to the emotional well-being of their communities. The event was attended by political leaders, community partners, and family members, who came together to recognize the effort, dedication, and transformative work of these essential professionals within the public health system.
