Description
The Public Health Training Center (PHTC) Program aims to increase the knowledge of the public health workforce through traineeships, specialized training, and professional development in partnership with state and local health departments, community-based primary care providers, and related organizations. The program will provide funding to accredited schools of public health or other public or nonprofit private institutions accredited to provide graduate or specialized training in public health. The program's goals include increasing the number of public health professionals, improving the quality of public health services, and addressing health disparities. Key activities include providing traineeships, specialized training, and professional development opportunities.
• The program will provide funding for up to 10 awards.
• The estimated funding for the program is $9,100,000.
• The award ceiling is $910,000, and the award floor is $1.
• The program will support activities that address public healthcare needs, including health disparities and healthcare workforce development.
• The program will prioritize activities that promote evidence-based healthcare, biological and physiological integrity, and gold standard science.