Experience Compassionate Community Health Care at Mother Tree: CHW Foundations Training
Welcome to Mother Tree, where every family's health journey is nurtured with compassion, expertise, and a holistic approach to wellness. Our Community Health Worker Training is a CHW Foundations Training for Traditional Health Workers and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) approved.
COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER FOUNDTIONS TRAINING
Spring 2027
10 DAY SERIES (ALL DATES REQUIRED FOR TWH CREDENTIAL)
make-ups available
Online Classes:
Mondays and Tuesdays 8:30 - 5:30
*March 1-2-3 (Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday 8:30 - 5:30)
March 8-9 (Mon-Tues 8:30 -5:30)
March 15-16 (Mon-Tues 8:30 -5:30)
March 22-23 (Mon-Tues 8:30 -5:30)
March 29-30 (Mon-Tues 8:30 -5:30)
WEEK 1 (ZOOM)
March 1-3
Mon & Tues & Wed
8:30 - 5:30 PST
WEEK 2 (ZOOM)
March 8-9
Mon & Tues
8:30 - 5:30 PST
WEEK 3 (ZOOM)
March 15-16
Mon & Tues
8:30 - 5:30 PST
WEEK 4 (Zoom)
March 22-23
Mon -Tues
8:30 - 5:30 PST
WEEK 5 (ZOOM)
March 29-30
Mon -Tues
8:30 - 5:30 PST
Mother Tree’s program trains CHWs to become steady, culturally-responsive companions during this transition, wrapping families in the culture of nurturing we are known for.
Mother Tree Community Health Worker Training: The First Thousand Days Pathway (90 Hours)
Every Community Health Worker Training has it's own community lens. Our 90-hour Community Health Worker / Traditional Health Worker training is rooted in the sacred window of the first thousand days—from early pregnancy through baby’s second birthday. In this powerful season, a family’s nervous system, bonding patterns, and sense of belonging are being written for a lifetime. Mother Tree’s program trains CHWs to become steady, culturally-responsive companions during this transition, wrapping families in the culture of nurturing we are known for.
Our CHW Foundations Training is OHA THW Approved and readies individuals to join the community of CHW's and Traditional Health Workers
Graduates will be able to join our THW Billing Hub as a CHW or extend their capacity
Comprehensive Care for All Ages and Stages
COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER ALL INCLUSIVE PROGRAM
Through a blend of evidence-based education, story, reflection, and skills practice, participants learn how to support birthing people, newborns, and young families across diverse settings. Mother Tree’s “roots and branches” approach centers community wisdom and lived experience.
Participants learn to walk alongside families as advocates, educators, and bridges—connecting them to Medicaid and community resources, clinics and doulas, behavioral health support, and village-building opportunities.
By the end of the 90 hours, graduates are prepared to step into the field as confident, trauma-informed, relationship-centered Community Health Workers who understand that what we do in the first thousand days doesn’t just change a child’s life—it changes generations.
Join our Community Health Worker Foundations Training today
TOPICS
Community engagement
Health education
Care coordination
Advocacy
Ethical boundaries
Documentation
Relational skills
Motivational interviewing
Active listening
Emotional support
CHW Scope of Practice
Resources
Health and Development in the 1st Thousand Days of life
Focused care from infancy to adult, including disease treatment, growth monitoring, and nutritional guidance, ensuring holistic development and wellness for all children.
Health Education & Wellness Programs
Mother Tree engages the community with health education, wellness programs, and preventive campaigns tailored to foster a healthier, informed, and empowered population.
Join the Traditional Health Worker Doula + Community Health Worker
Support the 1st Thousand days of a families life from A-Z by certifying in both the Doula pathway and the Community Health Worker Traditional Health Worker (THW) credentials
Our OHA Approved trainings will support you in getting certified in both THW credentials. Then join our Gateway Billing Hub to bill all your services. We will match you with clients, support you every step of the way!
Testimonials
Jasmine R
Highly recommend! The training struck a strong balance between evidence-based practice and emotional intelligence, which is exactly what is needed as a community health worker
Marquita J.
Deeply impactful and genuinely transformational. The instructors didn't just teach skills--they created a container of trust and connection where I felt seen, supported and emopwered.
Yvonne H
.Expertly curated offering.It was well-paced, accesible, thorough and provided the tools needed to be great! This program has amazing support at every level, both during and after the course. There are many complimentary perks. Recommend 10/10!
FAQs
Answers to Your Common Questions at Mother Tree
What happens if i missed a day?
Mother Tree offers CHW Training two times a year and makeup days are available.
Can I attend the hybrid model all on zoom?
Yes, by special request an attendee can attend fully on zoom.
What kind of insurance does Mother Tree accept
Mother Tree accepts most major health insurance plans. We are also a state approved THW Billing Hub
Refund Policy
Mother Tree has a no refund policy 24 hours after purchase. Dates can be changed as often as needed while courses are offered.
Can I become a state certified Traditional Health Worker (THW) Community Health Worker with this course?
Yes, our program is an Oregon Health Authority Traditional Heatlh Worker Approved Community Health Worker (CHW) Training.
Does Mother Tree offer employment after training
Yes, employment as a practicing CHW may be available through Mother Tree's sister organization Gateway Doula Group THW Billing Hub. We offer collaborative models of care with Doulas, CHW's and Peers in the childbearing year and with many specialites.
Do you offer payment plans or other support?
We offer payment plans for the training fees. You may also qualify for WorkSource Retraining Funds or diversity funds.
