Supporting Indigenous Community Health Workers: Lessons from Ontario and Alaska 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. Guest host Bethany Haalboom is joined by Janet Gordon and Madison Pierce of the Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority, along with Dr. Michelle Hensel of the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, to discuss how community-based health workers help bridge gaps in care, provide culturally grounded support, …

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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!

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The following CEs are available for CHA/Ps in the Distance Learning Network’s learning management system:

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The Community Health Aide Program Certification Board (CHAPCB) has an established process for receiving and considering proposed amendments to the Standards and Procedures (S&P). Through the work of the Alaska Association of CHAP Directors, Academic Review Committee, and CHAP Training Center Managers, the CHAPCB received proposals to amend S&P Section C1.30.200. CHA Re-entry. Changes are marked as follows: Strikethrough = removed content. Underline = new content The following amendment was approved on June 11, 2026. Sec. C1.30.200. CHA Re-Entry. If …

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The Community Health Aide Program Certification Board (CHAPCB) and the Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) identified a need to establish a standardized process to vet and approve individuals who conduct Biennial Skills Evaluations (BSEs). In response, the Alaska Association of CHAP Directors, the Academic Review Committee, and CHAP Training Centers have collaborated to develop and approve a standardized vetting process for Biennial Skills evaluators. This process was presented to the CHAPCB and formally approved on June 11, 2026. This initiative …

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During the Community Health Aide Program Certification Board (CHAPCB) meeting on June 10-11, 2026, the following amendments were made to the CHAPCB Standards and Procedures. Changes are marked as follows: These updates reflect our continued commitment to improving processes and supporting our partners. The application documents will be updated to reflect these changes. You may access a copy of the full CHAPCB Standards and Procedures, as amended June 11, 2026 at: www.akchap.org/chapcb/standards-and-procedures. If you would like to learn more about the process …

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There was a CHAM update on 6/15/2026. Please review the Release Notes to see what has changed! Make sure you see Version 9.6 ATTENTION: You will need to clear your browser history to view and accept the release notes and to see all new content. If you are using the iCHAM

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The News You Can Use on Diabetes, 2nd quarter, is now available on the Distance Learning Network.  This issue covers four practical topics for supporting patients with diabetes: Health Aides can earn CE credit while gaining tools to support Alaska Native patients living with diabetes. Spread the word!

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We are excited to announce a new continuing education course developed by the Distance Learning Network (DLN) and CHS Wellness and Prevention. The CE is available in the DLN learning management system. Cancer Education – Foundations for Community Health Aides (1 CE) This course is designed to provide Community Health Aides with an understanding of the cancer continuum, with a specific focus on prevention and screening. This course explores key statistics regarding cancer in Alaska Native communities, identifies common risk and …

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