Health Education and Training
Engaging community members in building a healthier Boston is essential to the success of our work at the Boston Public Health Commission. Our programs cover an expansive range of health-related issues, and our outreach, education, and training efforts attempt to mirror this breadth of work.
The Commission is able to provide a variety of educational opportunities to the general public in addition to more specialized training for healthcare employees and first responders. We offer professional development courses for community health workers, emergency preparedness education for a variety of audiences, internships for youth that are interested in future careers in health, and more.
Programs
CHEC - Community Health Education Center
Community Health Workers play a key role in the health and well-being of Boston’s multicultural residents.
Academic Partnerships and Interships
BPHC internships provide meaningful work experiences for students that help BPHC programs meet their goals.
DelValle Institute for Emergency Preparedness
The DelValle Institute provides high-quality all-hazards training and exercises to develop and enhance capabilities-based preparedness informed by the risk posed from the threats, vulnerabilities, and consequences associated with disasters.
Marijuana Health Education
Learn more about potential short -and long-term health effects and laws regarding cannabis.
Pink and Black Education and Support Network
Educating the community about breast cancer disparities.