Great Lakes Breastfeeding Webinars
Michigan Breastfeeding Network presents FREE Great Lakes Breastfeeding Webinars that launch on the third Tuesday of the month at 8am EST. Webinars are available to watch whenever and wherever for up to 1 year after the initial air date. If you have any questions, please email hello@mibreastfeeding.org.
*PLEASE NOTE: This CEU opportunity is brought to you by a MiCHWA Partner; Trainings provided by MiCHWA Partners may be available to you at no cost or may require payment upon registration. Please visit their registration page for details.
AAFA HEAL Innovation
Asthma & Allergy Foundation – Michigan
The HEAL Asthma MI program, offered through the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s Michigan Chapter, presents an exciting opportunity for Detroit residents living with asthma to take control of their health at no cost. This FREE program is designed specifically for adults 18 and older who have been diagnosed with asthma and face healthcare access challenges, this free program provides participants with asthma education, helpful tools and resources, and real incentives as they progress — all aimed at reducing emergency room visits and improving quality of life.
Enrolling is simple: eligible Detroit residents can sign up by completing the form at https://forms.gle/
MiCHWA Community Health Worker (CHW) Certificate Training Program
- DATES: September 8th-October 29th
- SCHEDULE: T/Th
- TRAINING ORGANIZATION*: Genesee Health Plan
The curriculum is designed to train frontline workers to provide culturally responsive services in Michigan communities. The 126 training hours include 25 hours for independent self-study. Independent self-study ensures that the participants are given sufficient time to work on homework, quizzes, projects, and other assignments.
Independent self-study hours may be completed at the participant’s home, work locations, or other locations. To complement the 126 training hours, 40 internship hours (if the participant is not already employed in a CHW role) are required, consisting of field experiences in local agencies where the focus is for the student to apply and integrate theory into practice. CHWs who are currently employed will complete the internship at their place of work.
Book: Foundations for Community Health Workers by Timothy Berthold 3rd Ed
If you have questions, please contact County Health Plans at sfinklea@countyhealthplans.org
CORE COMPETENCIES COVERED:
- CHW Role in Public Health and Health Systems
- Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
- Navigating Community Resources
- Communication Styles and Cultural Responsiveness
- Teaching and Capacity-Building
- Coordination, Documentation, and Reporting
- Healthy Lifestyles
- Behavioral Health, Substance Use & Disorders
*Tuition varies by certification training programs and is set by the training organizations, not by MiCHWA.
MiCHWA Community Health Worker (CHW) Certificate Training Program
- DATES: September 22rd 2026- February 2rd 2027
- SCHEDULE: Tuesdays
- TRAINING ORGANIZATION*: Corewell Health
The curriculum is designed to train frontline workers to provide culturally responsive services in Michigan communities. The 126 training hours include 25 hours for independent self-study. Independent self-study ensures that the participants are given sufficient time to work on homework, quizzes, projects, and other assignments.
Independent self-study hours may be completed at the participant’s home, work locations, or other locations. To complement the 126 training hours, 40 internship hours (if the participant is not already employed in a CHW role) are required, consisting of field experiences in local agencies where the focus is for the student to apply and integrate theory into practice. CHWs who are currently employed will complete the internship at their place of work.
Book: Foundations for Community Health Workers by Timothy Berthold 3rd Ed
If you have questions, please contact Corewell Health CHWeducation@corewellhealth.org
CORE COMPETENCIES COVERED:
- CHW Role in Public Health and Health Systems
- Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
- Navigating Community Resources
- Communication Styles and Cultural Responsiveness
- Teaching and Capacity-Building
- Coordination, Documentation, and Reporting
- Healthy Lifestyles
- Behavioral Health, Substance Use & Disorders
*Tuition varies by certification training programs and is set by the training organizations, not by MiCHWA.
MiCHWA Community Health Worker (CHW) Certificate Training Program
- DATES: September 23rd 2026- February 3rd 2027
- SCHEDULE: Wednesdays
- TRAINING ORGANIZATION*: Corewell Health
The curriculum is designed to train frontline workers to provide culturally responsive services in Michigan communities. The 126 training hours include 25 hours for independent self-study. Independent self-study ensures that the participants are given sufficient time to work on homework, quizzes, projects, and other assignments.
Independent self-study hours may be completed at the participant’s home, work locations, or other locations. To complement the 126 training hours, 40 internship hours (if the participant is not already employed in a CHW role) are required, consisting of field experiences in local agencies where the focus is for the student to apply and integrate theory into practice. CHWs who are currently employed will complete the internship at their place of work.
Book: Foundations for Community Health Workers by Timothy Berthold 3rd Ed
If you have questions, please contact Corewell Health CHWeducation@corewellhealth.org
CORE COMPETENCIES COVERED:
- CHW Role in Public Health and Health Systems
- Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
- Navigating Community Resources
- Communication Styles and Cultural Responsiveness
- Teaching and Capacity-Building
- Coordination, Documentation, and Reporting
- Healthy Lifestyles
- Behavioral Health, Substance Use & Disorders
*Tuition varies by certification training programs and is set by the training organizations, not by MiCHWA.
MiCHWA Community Health Worker (CHW) Certificate Training Program
- DATES: October 6th-November 12th
- SCHEDULE: Tuesdays/Thursdays
- TRAINING ORGANIZATION*: Everyday Life Consulting
The curriculum is designed to train frontline workers to provide culturally responsive services in Michigan communities. The 126 training hours include 25 hours for independent self-study. Independent self-study ensures that the participants are given sufficient time to work on homework, quizzes, projects, and other assignments.
Independent self-study hours may be completed at the participant’s home, work locations, or other locations. To complement the 126 training hours, 40 internship hours (if the participant is not already employed in a CHW role) are required, consisting of field experiences in local agencies where the focus is for the student to apply and integrate theory into practice. CHWs who are currently employed will complete the internship at their place of work.
Book: Foundations for Community Health Workers by Timothy Berthold 3rd Ed
If you have questions, please contact Everyday Life Consulting at achieve@everydaylifechw.com or 989-488-6070
CORE COMPETENCIES COVERED:
- CHW Role in Public Health and Health Systems
- Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
- Navigating Community Resources
- Communication Styles and Cultural Responsiveness
- Teaching and Capacity-Building
- Coordination, Documentation, and Reporting
- Healthy Lifestyles
- Behavioral Health, Substance Use & Disorders
*Tuition varies by certification training programs and is set by the training organizations, not by MiCHWA.
Transition to Success Coach Certification
STARR COMMONWEALTH
Dates: October 6th & 7th
Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
Location: 13725 Starr Commonwealth Rd, Albion, Mi 49924
The Transition to Success® (TTS) Coach Course prepares professionals to effectively support individuals and families experiencing poverty through a strengths-based, trauma-responsive, and person-centered approach. Participants explore poverty as an environmentally based condition, examine its emotional and financial impact on decision‑making, and learn practical strategies to foster resilience, motivation, and hope.
Through interactive learning, reflective dialogue, and applied tools—including the Map of My Dreams® framework—participants develop the skills needed to partner with clients in setting meaningful goals, navigating challenges, and accessing coordinated community resources. The course emphasizes evidence‑based best practices, volunteerism, peer mentoring, and collective impact, while guiding participants in building sustainable CARE Networks and identifying funding strategies to support implementation.
*PLEASE NOTE: This CEU opportunity is brought to you by a MiCHWA Partner; Trainings provided by MiCHWA Partners may be available to you at no cost or may require payment upon registration. Please visit their registration page for details.
Kiersten’s Ride Suicide Prevention Conference
MPHI
Dates: October 6th-8th
Time: 9:00am-5:00pm
Location: Castle Farms, Charlevoix, MI
Questions: dchauvin@mphi.org
*PLEASE NOTE: This CEU opportunity is brought to you by a MiCHWA Partner; Trainings provided by MiCHWA Partners may be available to you at no cost or may require payment upon registration. Please visit their registration page for details.
Special Topics Grand Rounds Veteran Series: Understanding Veteran Culture and Mental Health Considerations
MCRH
Dates: October 8th
Time: 12:00pm
Location: Zoom
Questions: com.mcrhaa@msu.edu
Speaker: Adam McGuire
Outcome: After attending this session, you will have increased knowledge of veteran culture and its health implications.
*PLEASE NOTE: This CEU opportunity is brought to you by a MiCHWA Partner; Trainings provided by MiCHWA Partners may be available to you at no cost or may require payment upon registration. Please visit their registration page for details.
SOGIE Training Series
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Location: Virtual
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
This virtual training series provides education and practical strategies for working with and supporting people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions (SOGIE). The series includes four sessions focused on building foundational knowledge, creating inclusive systems of care, understanding gender-affirming care, and putting advocacy and allyship into practice.
SOGIE 101: Incorporating Diverse SOGIE into Your Work
Dates: October 19, 2026; January 25, 2027; March 15, 2027; May 31, 2027; August 23, 2027
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
This session introduces foundational SOGIE concepts, including social identity, assigned sex, gender identity, gender expression, pronouns, and sexual/attractional orientation. Participants will explore how these concepts relate to their roles and identify ways to incorporate SOGIE-informed practices into their work.
Inclusive Systems of Care for People with Diverse SOGIE
Dates: October 21, 2026; January 27, 2027; March 17, 2027; June 2, 2027; August 25, 2027
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
This session focuses on creating inclusive systems of care for people with diverse SOGIE. Participants will explore trauma-informed approaches to discussing SOGIE, lived experiences, LGBTQ+ safety, and practical tools for creating more visible and supportive systems of care.
Gender Affirming Care
Dates: October 26, 2026; January 28, 2027; March 18, 2027; June 3, 2027; August 26, 2027
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
This session provides an overview of gender-affirming care and its importance for transgender and gender-diverse communities. Topics include relevant language, social, legal, and medical aspects of transition, barriers to care, advocacy, and addressing common assumptions and myths.
Advocacy & Allyship in Practice
Dates: October 28, 2026; February 1, 2027; March 22, 2027; June 7, 2027; August 30, 2027
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
This session explores practical approaches to advocacy and allyship in support of LGBTQ+ communities. Participants will examine bias, microaggressions, stereotypes, stigma, societal and systemic barriers, inclusive language, and opportunities to advocate for and support LGBTQ+ individuals within their roles and systems of care.
Questions:strzyzykowskit1@michigan.gov
PLEASE NOTE: This CEU opportunity is brought to you by a MiCHWA Partner; trainings provided by MiCHWA Partners may be available to you at no cost or may require payment upon registration. Please visit the registration page for details.
