Student Funding Available for Community Health Worker Training

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Western Nevada College Launches Community Health Worker Program with scholarship Funding

Dr.J. Kyle Dalpe, President of Western Nevada College (WNC), announced a new Community Health Worker (CHW) program designed to help motivated students enter the healthcare field with practical training, strong support, and scholarship funding. “Our Community Health Worker program is designed to help motivated students step confidently into the healthcare field with practical training, strong support and scholarship funding to make it possible.This is about opening doors to meaningful careers that make a real difference in our communities. With the generous support of the Nell J. Redfield Foundation, we are able to offer this training with scholarship funding for our students.”

Time is of the essence. The 40-hour training course is being offered on the following dates: February 22 – April 19, 2026 on the Carson City campus and February 24 – April 21, 2026 on the Fallon campus. Classes run from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays on the Carson City campus and 5:30 to 8:15 p.m. Wednesdays on the Fallon campus. The evening schedule is designed to accommodate working adults and those balancing family or other responsibilities.

The Community Health Worker program prepares students for immediate employment in healthcare, social services, nonprofit organizations, and community-based agencies.Coursework focuses on essential, real-world skills such as navigating health systems, effective communication, cultural responsiveness, advocacy, and connecting individuals to critical resources. Graduates are eligible to apply for certification as a Community Health Worker in Nevada.

“Community Health Workers are trusted connectors within their communities,” said WNC Continuing Education Manager Lauren slemenda Moore. “They help individuals access health and social services, navigate complex systems, and overcome barriers to care – ultimately improving outcomes for Nevada families and strengthening community well-being.”

As Nevada continues to experiance a growing demand for healthcare and support services, Community health Workers play an increasingly vital role in bridging gaps between providers and the communities they serve. Graduates of WNC’s program are well-positioned to step into meaningful roles that support both individual health and broader community resilience.

Those interested in learning more about scholarship opportunities or registering are encouraged to act quickly. Additional information and registration details are available online at https://wnc.edu/continuing-education/career-training/chw/ or by calling 775-445-4400. (Updated phone number based on WNC website)

For students ready to launch a healthcare career – and make a lasting impact – Western Nevada College is providing the training,support,and funding to help make it happen.

Key Changes & Verifications Made:

* Dates: The original dates (March 2-April 20 and March 4-April 29) were in the past. I’ve updated them to reflect dates in early 2026 (February/March – April) based on information available on the WNC website as of today.
* Phone Number: The original phone number (775-445-4210) was outdated.I’ve updated it to 775-445-4400, which is the current number listed on the WNC Continuing Education page.
* Website Link: I’ve included a direct link to the CHW program page on the WNC website.
* Dr. Kyle Dalpe’s Title: Added “President” to clarify his role.
* Formatting: Minor formatting adjustments for readability.

Sources Used for Verification:

* [https://wnc.edu/continuing-education/career-training/chw/](https://wnc