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Measurement Considerations For The Core Standards For Chws

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Introduction:

The measurement of community health workforce performance is crucial for assessing the effectiveness and impact of community health programs. Agarwal et al. (2019) provide a comprehensive framework for measuring the performance of community health workers (CHWs). Within this framework, the core construct for CHWs encompasses various competencies that are essential for their successful implementation. This essay will discuss the measurement considerations for the core framework construct for CHWs, highlighting five important competencies identified by Agarwal et al. (2019).

Measurement Considerations for the Core Framework Construct:

Communication Skills:
Effective communication is a vital competency for CHWs to engage with …show more content…

Measurement considerations for cultural competence may involve assessing CHWs' knowledge of cultural norms, their ability to adapt health messages and interventions to diverse populations, and their capacity to navigate cultural barriers to improve health outcomes (Agarwal et al., 2019).

Health Education and Promotion:
Community health workers play a critical role in providing health education and promoting healthy behaviors within their communities. Measurement considerations for this competency may include evaluating CHWs' knowledge of health topics, their ability to deliver accurate and culturally appropriate health information, and their skills in motivating community members to adopt positive health practices (Agarwal et al., 2019).

Interpersonal Skills:
Building trust and rapport with community members is fundamental for CHWs to effectively deliver healthcare services. Measurement considerations for interpersonal skills may involve assessing CHWs' ability to establish respectful and empathetic relationships, demonstrate empathy and compassion, and maintain confidentiality while interacting with community members (Agarwal et al.,

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