New Continuing Education Available
July 23rd, 2026 by Kyle von BoseThe following CEs are available for CHA/Ps in the Distance Learning Network’s learning management system:
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Notice of Amendments to Requirements for Community Health Aide Re-Entry
July 21st, 2026 by Jolene Firmin TelfordThe 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 …
Standardized Vetting Process for Biennial Skills Evaluators
July 6th, 2026 by Jennifer HolganzaThe 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 …
June 2026 – CHAPCB Standards and Procedures
June 26th, 2026 by Jolene Firmin TelfordDuring 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 …
CHAM Update 9.6
June 16th, 2026 by Kyle von BoseThere 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
New CE available
May 15th, 2026 by Kyle von BoseThe 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!
Celebrating CHAP Forum 2026
April 30th, 2026 by Kyle von BoseNEW! CHAP Cancer Education (1 CE)
April 17th, 2026 by Kyle von BoseWe 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 …
Congratulation S3 CHAP Students
April 3rd, 2026 by Kyle von BoseCongratulations to Session 3 CHAP students Roberto (Igiugig), Treyden (Chevak/itinerant), Ashley (Deering), Kayleen (Kotlik), Jayjay (Wainwright), and Larissa (Chefornak) for completing Session 3!