Feasibility of a web-based training system for peer community health advisors in cancer early detection among african americans.
prospective_cohort · Level II
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- Also identified by DOI 10.2105/AJPH.2014.302237 and PMC identifier 4232123.
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Abstract
We describe the feasibility of a Web-based portal for training peer community health advisors (CHAs). We conducted a community-based implementation trial in African American churches between 2012 and 2014. The Web-based portal allows CHAs to log in and view 13 training videos, preparing them to deliver 3 cancer early detection workshops in their churches. Of 8 churches, 6 completed the training, each certifying 2 CHAs. These CHAs took an average of 26 days to complete the training, requiring little technical assistance. Additional technical assistance was required to implement the workshops. The Web-based system appears to be a feasible method for training lay individuals for the CHA role and has implications for increasing the reach of evidence-based interventions.
Medical subject headings
- Black or African American
- Community Health Workers
- Computer-Assisted Instruction
- Early Detection of Cancer
- Internet