Partner and Collaborate
The ASPPH Center for Public Health Workforce Development partners with leading public health organizations to enhance the quality, reach, and impact of our workforce development efforts. These collaborations ensure that the Center’s initiatives are aligned with real-world needs and reflect the evolving demands of public health practice.
Collect and analyze
The ASPPH Center for Public Health Workforce Development conducts public health workforce research to understand, anticipate, and respond to the evolving needs of the field. Through systematic data collection and analysis on competencies, curricula, and public health institutions, the Center identifies emerging gaps, forecasts future needs, and informs the development of curricula and training programs that align with real-world demands.
Identify or Develop Tools, Resources, and Recommendations
The ASPPH Center for Public Health Workforce Development supports public health workforce development by advancing education, training, and research initiatives that strengthen and diversify the field. We develop evidence-based resources, competencies, and curricula tailored to align academic preparation with public health practice, ensuring public health professionals are equipped with the skills required to address evolving challenges.
Mentor and Train the Workforce
The Center seeks to support applied learning experiences that provide recent graduates with practical, mentored experiences in public health practice, policy, and leadership. These programs aim to bridge academic training with real-world application, enhancing the skills and competencies of early career public health professionals.
Life-Long Learning
The ASPPH Center for Public Health Workforce Development advances public health credentialing and continuing education to formally recognize and enhance the skills of professionals throughout their careers. Public health credentialing validates expertise, demonstrates competency in critical areas, and ensures public trust in the workforce, while continuing education opportunities allow professionals to stay current with new knowledge, technologies, and best practices.
