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CHW Core Competency Training Available Nationwide (Spring 2026)
2026-03-12 14:00 - 2026-04-30 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join our CHW Core Competency Training available nationwide this spring for CHWs across the country who are looking to strengthen foundational skills and deepen their practice.
• Training Dates: March 12 – April 30, 2026 (weekly on Thursdays)
• Time: 2:00–4:00 p.m. ET
• Format: Self-paced online instruction and live sessions
• Cohort Size: Limited to 25 participants
The 80-hour CHW Core Competency Training is delivered through a hybrid model grounded in the roles and competencies outlined by the National C3 Council. The 12-week program combines self-paced online instruction covering CHW foundations and health-focused competencies, assigned coursework, live virtual group sessions, and a field experience. This structure supports effective onboarding and skill development for Community Health Workers.
Training fee applies.
Additional details, including curriculum overview and registration information, are available on MCD Learn. For course registration questions please email chwinfo@mcd.org.
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Early Detection of Dementia: What to Do Now – National Resources to Plan, Partner, and Act
2026-04-13 13:00 - 14:00
Our BOLD Public Health Center of Excellence on Early Detection of Dementia is pleased to offer an upcoming webinar where we will discuss new resources that we have developed for our partners, including two new resource guides — one for community-based organizations and one for health departments who are interested in promoting early detection of dementia within and across sectors.
In this conversation we will discuss how to leverage our Center’s resources to assess needs and assets; identify goals and next steps; build and sustain partnerships; and measure and communicate your impact.
This webinar is free and open to the public.
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Diagnosis and Management of Dementia in Adults with IDD
2026-04-13 19:00 - 20:00
Presenter: Seth Keller, MD, Neurologist, Neurology Associates of South Jersey
Diagnosing dementia in adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can be challenging and is often delayed or missed. This one-hour webinar guides primary care clinicians through a structured, IDD-informed diagnostic approach, including how to adapt standard dementia evaluations, identify reversible conditions that mimic dementia, and recognize when specialty referral is needed. Clinical examples highlight common pitfalls and practical strategies to support accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.
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Diagnosis and Management of Dementia in Adults with IDD
2026-04-13 19:00 - 20:00
Presenter: Seth Keller, MD, Neurologist, Neurology Associates of South Jersey
Diagnosing dementia in adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can be challenging and is often delayed or missed. This one-hour webinar guides primary care clinicians through a structured, IDD-informed diagnostic approach, including how to adapt standard dementia evaluations, identify reversible conditions that mimic dementia, and recognize when specialty referral is needed. Clinical examples highlight common pitfalls and practical strategies to support accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.
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