Health Navigation Fundamentals will improve your basic patient navigation skills. This comprehensive course is an introductory “Level 1” training for those who want to gain skills and knowledge of the history of patient navigation, communication strategies, health promotion and professional boundaries.

This 8-week virtual course will include both online coursework (reading, quizzes, assignments) as well as 1-hour Live Learning Sessions weekly via Zoom. Time commitment per week is about 2-3 hours. Basic computer skills and webcam are recommended for best experience.

Ideal for

Patient Navigators, Community Health Workers, Care Coordinators, Promoters de Salud.

Cost

• $700 general public
• Free to participants with coupon code

What to Expect

This course is instructor-led with one live learning session (LLS) per week. You will complete weekly homework before attending each LLS. The live sessions will be interactive with both large and small group activities. We ask that you participate in the live learning sessions by video to connect with your peers.

8 Live Learning Sessions

Live Learning Sessions will be held Fridays, 8:00 - 9:00 AM MT, from June 20 - August 15, 2025.

Learning Session Schedule

Fridays, 8:00 - 9:00 AM MT (Note that the final 2 sessions have extended run time).

• 06/20/25
• 06/27/25
• NO CLASS July 4th
• 07/11/25
• 07/18/25
• 07/25/25
• 08/01/25
• 08/08/25 (This session is 2 hours)
• 08/15/25 (This session is 75 minutes)

Course Access

The course materials will be available on June 13, 2025. You will receive additional instructions at that time. If you don’t see an email (don’t forget to check your spam folder), please contact us at admin@patientnavigatortraining.org.

Successful Completion

To earn a Certificate of Completion, you must:

• Attend 6 of 8 live learning sessions
• Complete 80% of homework assignments in Brightspace
• Complete the post-course evaluation

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the history and purpose of patient navigation.
2. Describe communication strategies for building effective client relationships.
3. Assess patient strengths and barriers to care.
4. Practice client assessment and linking to appropriate resources.
5. Describe ways to maintain professional boundaries.

Length of Learning Opportunity

8 weeks

Primary Competency

Communication Skills.

We strive to host inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. Please let us know of any accommodations that will assist your full participation.

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You will be contacted within 2 business days with additional information.