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!
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 …
Congratulations to Session 3 CHAP students Roberto (Igiugig), Treyden (Chevak/itinerant), Ashley (Deering), Kayleen (Kotlik), Jayjay (Wainwright), and Larissa (Chefornak) for completing Session 3!
TABE 11 & 12 (current version) will be retired effective June 30, 2026. After June 30, 2026, CHAP will transition to TABE 13 & 14 (new version). Please contact Kyle Von Bose if you have questions at kjvonbose@anthc.org. After June 30, 2026, TABE 11 & 12 testing will no longer be available.
Forum Update: We are just a month and a half away from the CHAP Forum! If you have not registered yet, please contact your supervisor and ask them to complete your registration. Please note that registration payment must be made through Stripe, which is included in the registration form. We are excited to see you at the Forum!
During the Community Health Aide Program Certification Board (CHAPCB) meeting on January 13-14, 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 January 14, 2026 at: www.akchap.org/chapcb/standards-and-procedures. If you would like to learn more about the process …
Hello to our Forum partners and participants, thank you so much for your patience and partnership. We’re reaching out with an important update—and some great news! As a reminder, our original November Forum dates were canceled when the Egan Center was designated as a shelter for evacuees displaced by Typhoon Halong. While that change was unexpected, we’re grateful for the community’s response and appreciate your understanding as we worked to find a new path forward. We are excited to officially announce that …
Honoring Community Health Aides who passed on in 2025: