CHEC FAQ

 
What if I attended a program at CHEC or had a program in my school and I have a question for the educator?
How do I sign up for a class/program that doesn’t involve coming with my school?
Can I ever bring my family to CHEC and visit?
What is the background of the health educators that teach the programs?
Can I volunteer at Children’s Health Education Center?
What can I expect when I come to Children’s Health Education Center for a program?
Are you located at the hospital?
Where can I get more information regarding my body and being healthy?
If I am interested in a career in the medical field can I shadow a professional?
Were can I find more information regarding Children’s Health Education Center programs to take to my classroom teacher?



What if I attended a program at CHEC or had a program in my school and I have a question for the educator?
Feel free to e-mail us at checeducator@chw.org. Someone will get back to you as soon as possible.
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How do I sign up for a class/program that doesn’t involve coming with my school?
For example Successful Sitter. If you live in the Milwaukee area call (414) 765-9355 or in Fox Valley (866) 228-5670.
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Can I ever bring my family to CHEC and visit?
Sorry, unfortunately we are a group based learning environment so we are not open to the public.
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What is the background of the health educators that teach the programs?
All of our health educators have different backgrounds. Some of our health educators used to work in schools as classroom teachers. We have nurses that educate for us. Some of the specific college degrees that our educators have include Community Health Education major, Public Health major, Marketing majors and Communication majors. All of our health educators enjoy working with children and have a passion for health.
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Can I volunteer at Children’s Health Education Center?
We do not have specific volunteer opportunities at Children’s Health Education Center but we do have our Teen Health Crew which is a great program for high school students. Check it out.

Check out the opportunities at Children’s Hospital.
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What can I expect when I come to Children’s Health Education Center for a program?
Children's Health Education Center offers high-energy programs for kids 3 and older, combining cutting-edge technology, engaging models and hands-on learning for a dynamic, group-based educational experience.
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Are you located at the hospital?
No, we are located in downtown Milwaukee. Children's Health Education Center is one of 14 entities that make up Children's Hospital and Health System. Learn more about the organization.
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Where can I get more information regarding my body and being healthy?
Take a look at Health Help where you can find lots of resources that will help you stay on the cutting edge of health information!
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If I am interested in a career in the medical field can I shadow a professional?
Check out the opportunities at Children’s Hospital.
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Were can I find more information regarding Children’s Health Education Center programs to take to my classroom teacher?
CHEC offers more than two dozen field trip opportunities for kids ages 3 to 18. At only $1 per student, learning is affordable for everyone! Available in the metro-Milwaukee area.
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