Public Health Training Centers (PHTC) Program
The PHTC Program funds training and development for the public health workforce in collaboration with health departments and community organizations to address public health needs.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $910,000 max per award; ~$9.1M total program funding; up to 10 awards; 1-year duration projected
Summary: Supports accredited institutions to deliver public health workforce training, traineeships, and professional development in partnership with health departments and related organizations.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details may change; no cost sharing required.
Description
The Public Health Training Centers (PHTC) Program aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of the public health workforce through specialized training, traineeships, and professional development. The program encourages partnerships with state and local health departments, community-based primary care providers, and related organizations—including non-traditional partners—to address evolving public health challenges and workforce needs. Awardees are expected to deliver high-quality, accredited training for current and future public health professionals to strengthen the nation’s public health infrastructure.
