PCIH Consulting areas of Expertise

Health System Strengthening with Community Health Workers:

1. Program Design and Implementation:

Develop strategies to integrate Community Health workers (CHWs) into health systems effectively. This can include designing training programs, creating community outreach plans, and establishing protocols for services delivery.

2. Capacity Building:

Train CHWs in clinical skills, health education, data collection, and patient management. Consultants may also train supervisors and health managers to support CHWs.

3. Policy Development

Advise governments and health organizations on policies that support the sustainable integration of CHWs, including guidelines for recruitment, compensation, and career progression.

4. Monitoring and Evaluation

Design systems to assess the impact of CHW programs on health outcomes. This involves setting performance indicators, conducting field assessments,

and analyzing data to refine strategies.

5. Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement

Work with local communities, governments, NGOs, and international agencies to build support for CHW programs. This also involves demonstrating the cost-effectiveness and impact of CHWs in improving health access.

6. Scaling and Sustainability

Develop strategies to scale successful CHW programs and ensure their long- tern viability, often through integration into national health systems or securing ongoing funding.