Postpartum Depression: How CHWs Can Help
Course
Take this course to learn about postpartum depression, including signs, symptoms, and steps to take if you suspect a client is experiencing depression.
About this Independent Study
This course was originally released in 2018. Once registered, you must complete the course within 150 days, or you will be deactivated. To be reactivated, contact us.
Who Should Take This Course
This 1.5 hour course is designed for community health workers and community outreach/education staff. Other staff who work with clients who have given birth recently will also benefit.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this program, the CHW will be able to:
- Identify at least 2 – 3 signs & symptoms of depression
- List the risk factors for postpartum depression
- Describe screening tools for mental health
- List steps CHWs can take to address mental health
Non-Certified Content
This course provides 1.5 hours of non-certified CEUs that can be used by Texas CHWs for renewal.
Competencies covered include communication skills and knowledge base on specific health issues.
Acknowledgements
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Here is the course outline:
1. Postpartum Depression ContentThis self-paced course offers an overview of postpartum depression, including signs, symptoms, and steps to take if someone suspects a client is experiencing depression. |
2. CertificateComplete the anonymous evaluation, answer continuing education related questions, and select a certificate. |
Completion
The following certificates are awarded when the course is completed:
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Non-DSHS Certified Certificate of Completion for CHWs |
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Community Health Worker (CHW) TX |
