An international community-based nutrition education model was developed between US and Caribbean partners to integrate diversity training, cultural competence, and nutrition education through a train-the-trainer program. Dietetic students, Caribbean nationals. Diversity training and cultural competence must become fundamental components of university curricula. Dietetic students (n=5), university nutrition science faculty (n=2), and Caribbean nationals (n=7) developed eight culturally specific nutrition education modules on basic nutrition, sanitation and safety, and risk reduction and management of prevalent non-communicable chronic diseases during spring semester 2009. Nutrition students presented the modules for Community Health Aides (n=20) onsite in the Commonwealth of Dominica during summer 2009. Students responded to structured prompts pertaining to challenges of course development, personal and community impact of the program, and memorable/learning experiences through reflective journals. Participants completed a satisfaction survey and discussed their opinions in a focus group. Themes of personal growth, improved cultural competence, and skill development emerged. Participants agreed that the workshop was a wonderful avenue to connect amongst their communities, establish collegial partnerships, and work with others from different cultures. Nutrition education workshops for Community Health Aides can be extremely useful tools for developing a larger base of knowledge, increasing health awareness, and strengthening primary care and community outreach among paraprofessionals in an underserved population. Likewise, this service learning model exposed students to innovative strategies and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in a dynamic, global profession. Utilizing this educational model will prepare students to be more competent providers and leaders in an increasingly diverse and challenging environment.