Online TRAIN Courses for Community Health Improvement
The Community Tool Box offers free online courses to support community health assessment and community health improvement work. These courses are intended for:
- Staff from state and local health departments (including those seeking accreditation)
- Hospital staff (considering new federal requirements for non-profit hospitals) and those in community benefit programs
- Non-profit organizations
- Community leaders and members
These courses were developed in partnership with the KDHE State Office of Rural Health, and are freely accessible online via www.train.org. (Please register for a free account to get started.)
Available modules include:
Module 1: Assuring Engagement in Community Health Improvement Efforts
- Assuring Ongoing Involvement of Community Members
- Assuring Shared Ownership among Stakeholders
Module 2: Identifying Community Health Needs and Assets
- Assessing Community Needs
- Identifying Community Assets and Resources
Module 3: Conducting Community Health Assessments
- Defining the Community and Geographic Area for the Assessment
- Some Different Methods for Conducting Assessments
Module 4: Setting Community Priorities Based on Identified Issues
- Using Explicit Criteria and Processes to Set Priorities
- Analyzing Community Problems and Goals
Module 5: Developing a Logic Model for Community Health Improvement
- Developing a Framework or Model of Change
Module 6: Developing a Strategic Plan for Community Health Improvement
- Developing Strategic and Action Plans
Module 7: Developing an Intervention
- Developing a Preliminary Community Intervention
- Reviewing and Selecting “Best Practices”
- Adapting Interventions for the Local Context
Module 8: Assuring Collaboration During Implementation
- Assuring Collaboration Across Sectors and Shared Investment in Implementation
Visit www.train.org to sign up for free course registration today.