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Community Health Worker (CHW)
Community health workers serve as liaisons between health and social service agencies and underserved community members — providing health education, navigation assistance, and social support. Florida's large uninsured and underinsured populations, high rates of chronic disease in low-income communities, and significant Medicaid managed care system create robust CHW employment at FQHCs, health departments, and community organizations.
FL Median Salary
$42,980
Entry Salary
$29,570
Experienced
$71,630
FL Growth
N/A
Requirements & Training
- Credential: CHW National Certification (C-CHW) via National Association of Community Health Workers — voluntary but increasingly required
Career Path
- CHW → Senior CHW → CHW Supervisor → Health Educator → Community Program Manager
Top Florida Employers
FL Dept. of Health county officesCommunity health centers (FQHCs)United Way affiliatesLarge hospital community benefit programsMedicaid managed care organizations
Related Programs
- Community Health Worker Certificate
- Public Health Certificate
- Health Education AAS
- C-CHW Exam Prep