Michigan Community Health Worker Certification
Welcome to the Michigan Community Health Worker Certification page on the NCHW™ Registry. Here, you’ll find valuable information regarding certification requirements in Michigan, where the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for the certification of CHWs in the state. This section also provides guidance on training resources, scholarship opportunities, and links to related associations.
Michigan
State Certification Information
Certifying Body
In Michigan, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for the certification of CHWs in the state. This certification process is designed to standardize the qualifications of CHWs to ensure that they are adequately prepared to meet the community's health needs.
To qualify for delivering Medicaid-reimbursable CHW services, an individual must meet the following criteria:
Age Requirement
Be at least 18 Years of Age
Educational Requirement
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent certification.
Training Criteria
Must fulfill the CHW Training Program Pathway or Work Experience Pathway requirements.
Registry Application
Must successfully apply to the MI Medicaid CHW Registry and maintain good standing.
Medicaid Enrollment
Must complete the Medicaid provider enrollment through the Community Health Automated Processing System (CHAMPS).
MI Medicaid CHW Registry
Application
Step-by-Step Instructions
You must obtain a Type 1 National Provider Identifier (NPI) as a Rendering/Servicing-Only Provider. Instructions can be found on the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System webpage.
National Plan & Provider Enumeration System
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https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov/
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Contact information and address
- Social Security Number
- High school diploma or GED
- Type 1 NPI
- Training program details (completion date, provider name)
Complete the application on the MI Community Health Worker Medicaid Registry website starting January 1, 2024.
Application
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https://forms.office.com/r/Revfeg6hm
Email verification documents (certificates, transcripts) to mychwregistry@michwa.org. For the Work Experience Pathway, submit the Work Experience Verification Form.
Work Experience Verification Form
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https://everydaylifechw.com/documents/Work-Experience-Verification-Form_Final.pdf
Submit Documentation To:
MI Medicaid CHW Registry Application Instructions
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Training Resources
MDHHS-Approved Provider
Everyday Life offers comprehensive training programs approved by MDHHS to equip CHWs with essential skills. For more information, click learn more below.
Additional Resources
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Get Involved and Scholarship Opportunities
Stay updated on scholarship opportunities and other resources by visiting the provided links and reaching out for the latest information.
Scholarship Opportunities
While we strive to update this page with scholarship information as it becomes available, we encourage CHWs and aspiring CHWs to reach out to us for the latest opportunities that can support their educational journey.
Partnerships
While we strive to update this page with scholarship information as it becomes available, we encourage CHWs and aspiring CHWs to reach out to us for the latest opportunities that can support their educational journey.
Disclaimer
This page reflects the most recent information available at the time of its last update.
If you have additional updates regarding CHW certification in Michigan please contact:
info@chwregistry.com
Connect with Us
For questions or assistance related to CHW certification in Michigan, please reach out to us at info@chwregistry.com. We’re here to help you on your path to becoming a certified CHW.
Community Health Worker Certification is a vital step toward making a positive impact on the health and well-being of individuals and communities in our state. We look forward to supporting you on your journey.