About this Independent Study   

This activity was originally released on January 6, 2025 and is available for continuing education credit until January 6, 2027.      

In the U.S., it’s estimated that more than one in five adults live with mental illness. Almost half of adolescents have had a mental health disorder at some time in their lives. Yet talking about mental health can be difficult to start and continue for many reasons. 

Who Should Take This Course

This  course was created for community health workers and CHW Instructors, but anyone who works with clients who may need mental health services would benefit.  While the resources are geared towards those working in Texas, the main content is applicable to all regions.

Objectives

After completing this eLearning course, you will be able to:

Continuing Education 

Continuing Education for Community Health Workers (CHW) and CHW Instructors

This course provides 1.5 hours (.5 Interpersonal,.5 Service Coordination,.5 Knowledge Base

Cardea is approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services to provide continuing CHW hours in Texas, Certification #44 and continuing CHW-I hours in Texas, Certification #55.

Registration & Fees

The eLearning course is free of charge. 

Disclosures

There are no relevant financial relationships with ineligible​ companies for those involved with the ability to control​ the content of this activity.​