Community Health Aide Program
Community Health Aides and Practitioners (CHA/Ps) are the front line of care in more than 170 rural villages. CHA/Ps work within the guidelines of the Alaska Community Health Aide Manual (CHAM) in assessing and providing acute, preventive, chronic, and emergent care to residents of their respective communities.
Community Health Aide News and Events
Read the latest updates on Community Health Aide (CHA) trainings, meetings, and statewide initiatives.
CHA News
Stroke Treatment CE Opportunity for CHA/Ps
Join experts for a CE-accredited discussion on the current and future state of stroke care in Alaska. Currently pending CHAP CEs, this session will be available virtually to all providers. CHA/Ps play a vital role in the stroke care system
Future Skills Podcast Highlights CHAP
In this episode of the Future Skills Podcast, we explore the critical role Indigenous community health workers play in supporting health and well-being in rural, remote, and northern communities.
CHA/P 2026 CHAM Input Survey
CHA/Ps: We want to hear from you! If you have not yet filled out the 2026 CHAM Input Survey, please take a moment to provide your input!
New Continuing Education Available
The following CEs are available for CHA/Ps in the Distance Learning Network’s learning management system:
CHA Events
Learn about the Community Health Aide Program
CHAP Overview for New Providers
The Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) was developed in the 1960s to meet the healthcare needs of Alaska Native People living in remote villages.
Click the link below to learn more about this unique program, of which you are now a part.
CHAP Overview for CHAP Directors
This overview is designed specifically for CHAP Directors. It provides a detailed description of the Community Health Aide Program and Basic Training, with an emphasis on the CHAP Director’s responsibilities.
Click the link below to learn more.