Congratulations Award Winners

December 3rd, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Congratulations to Kate and Mick who got an award for outstanding service and to Rosie for receiving the length of service award (41 years) from the Indian Health Service! Thank you all for serving the people of our great big state of Alaska!

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CHAM Survey

November 13th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

CHA/Ps from across the state: Please help the CHAM revision team by completing the short CHA/P Input to CHAM Survey by either clicking on the following link or copying/pasting in Chrome or pointing your phone at the QR code and clicking on the yellow box that pops up.

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CHAP Forum Agenda

October 30th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Here is the downloadable CHAP Forum Agenda. Click the link at the bottom to download.

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BHA Forum Agenda

October 28th, 2024 by sdpatraw

BHAs will be gathering on November 4-6, 2024 to be a part of the Integrated Health Aide Forum held in Anchorage, AK at the Egan Center. See the draft BHA Forum Agenda here.

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CHAPCB Standards and Procedures

October 17th, 2024 by Jolene Firmin Telford

During the Community Health Aide Program Certification Board (CHAPCB) meeting on October 10-11, 2024 the following amendments were made to the CHAPCB Standards and Procedures. Sec. 2.20.110 CHA I Competencies. (page 19)A certified community health aide I must successfully demonstrate and maintain…(c) satisfactory performance in the following skills:(4) performance and interpretation of the following lab tests and procedures:(F) urine pregnancy test Sec. 2.20.110 CHA I Competencies. (page 20)A certified community health aide I must successfully demonstrate and maintain…(c) satisfactory performance …

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2024 CHAP Forum Agenda

October 1st, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Click the link at the bottom of the page to download:

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Congratulations on Completing Re-Entries!

September 20th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Congratulations to Sarah and Kimasook (both from Noorvik) on completing your Re-Entries! They will be back in the workforce as Community Health Aides.

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Community Health Aide Appreciation Day

September 10th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

A heartfelt thank you to the Community Health Aides all over Alaska! Your tireless dedication and unwavering support for our communities, whether during the day, after hours, on weekends or middle of the night, do not go unnoticed. Your efforts are critical for the health and survival of our people. We deeply appreciate your time, compassion, and commitment. Thank you for all that you do! We are celebrating Community Health Aide Appreciation Day!

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Applying for Certification

September 5th, 2024 by Jolene Firmin Telford

The next Community Health Aide Program Certification Board meeting is scheduled for October 10-11, 2024. Complete applications received by September 30, 2024 will be reviewed for final determination on October 10, 2024. Due to Certification Board meeting activities, requests for Temporary Certification will not be processed from September 30, 2024 through October 25, 2024. Submit questions and applications by email to: chapcb@anthc.org 

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Indian Health Services Recognition

September 4th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Kate Manyoky, PA/CHAP Instructor, Outstanding Service Medal.Rose Cysewski, Senior Office Assistant, 41 years of service.Mick Bakker, PA/CHAP Instructor, Outstanding Service Medal. They contribute so much to CHAP, they are a pleasure to work with and we appreciate their service, congratulations!

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Shining Star Nominations

September 4th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

CHA/Ps, did you know that you can nominate fellow CHA/Ps that you believe exemplifies the essence of CHAP? The nomination period is 9/16/23 – 9/15/24. Please submit the form with the nominee photo(s) by 9/13/24 to the nominee’s CHAP Director who will forward it to ANTHC by 9/15/24.

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 Blended Session I Completion

August 30th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Candace APIA/SCF Kristy CRNA, Ashley Maniilaq, Arabella CRNA, Somnang SEARHC, Nicholi Chugachmiut

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ADTEP Class of 2026!

August 28th, 2024 by Erin Giauque

Our DHAT Class of 2026 has started classes this summer, we are excited to have Riley O’brien (Sponsored by Southcentral Foundation) and Brianna Morrison (Sponsored by Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium) in our program!

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Session II completion

August 27th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Jenna BBAHC, Betsy SEARHC, Kaylin APIAI, Nicole BBAHC, Ag’ya BBAHC, Ciara BBAHC, Congratulations!

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Join Us for the 2024 ANTHC CHAP Forum!

July 22nd, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

We are excited to announce the annual 2024 Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) Forum, the premier statewide gathering for Community Health Aides/Practitioners. This year’s forum will be held over four dynamic days, offering an unparalleled opportunity for professional growth, networking, and recognition. For more information:

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Online Hepatitis C Continuing Education

June 18th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Hepatitis C Screening and Treatment in Rural Communities The nation, including Alaska, is experiencing high rates of new hepatitis C cases due to the opioid epidemic and injecting substance use.  This CE includes information on hepatitis C, who should be screened, risk factors, pre-treatment evaluation, medicines, and follow-up. You will learn about the correct hepatitis C screening blood test to send to the lab. You will recognize the importance of early treatment to prevent the progression of liver disease, which …

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Register for 2024 CHAP Forum

June 18th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

We are pleased to announce registration is now open for the CHAP Forum!

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Congratulations Session 4 Health Aides

May 23rd, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Congratulations to Tabitha, Printellina, Robert, Annie, Iftekia, and Amanda on completing Session IV Training.

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Congratulations to Lucy Meqenquq Bragg

May 9th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Congratulations to Lucy Meqenquq Bragg for completing her preceptorship!

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MAY 2024 CHAM UPDATE

April 9th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

The CHAM update will occur on May 6th, 2024. There will be extensive changes to:

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Congratulations Session I Students

March 29th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Congratulations to Ariana (Kotzebue), Nattie (New Stuyahok), Derek (Kobuk), Rehanna (Aleknagik), Jenna (Chignik Lake), and Jennifer (Noatak) for completing Session I training!

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Session 3 Health Aides!

February 20th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

Another awesome group completed Session III last Friday! Left to right: Anna-YKHC, Brittany-YKHC, Darren-YKHC, Rhiannon-SCF, Sophianne-YKHC. Congratulations and thank you for your dedication to the care of your communities!

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Save the Date!

January 29th, 2024 by Kyle von Bose

The next Integrated Health Aide Forum is scheduled for Monday, Nov 4 – Thursday, Nov 7, 2024, at 8:00 am daily located at the Egan Center. The Awards Ceremony will be on Wednesday, November 6. The goal at each CHAP Forum is 24 CE hours for CHA/Ps. We hope to see you there!

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Congratulations Lawrence

December 21st, 2023 by Kyle von Bose

Congratulations Lawrence Custer, Shungnak, Maniilaq for completing Session IV today! He’s the last student of 2023.

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Congratulations Completing Session II

December 15th, 2023 by Kyle von Bose

Congratulations to Mikala (Manokotak), Susie (Mentasta Lake), and Brittany (Kiana) for completing Session II Training!

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