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): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $910,000 per award; approx. $9.1M total funding; up to 10 awards; project period typically 1 year.
Summary: Supports training, traineeships, and workforce development for public health professionals in partnership with health departments and community providers.
The Public Health Training Centers (PHTC) Program aims to strengthen the skills and capacity of the public health workforce. Through cooperative agreements, it funds accredited schools of public health and other qualified institutions to provide traineeships, specialized training, and professional development. The program emphasizes partnerships with state and local health departments, community-based primary care providers, and related organizations—including non-traditional partners—to address evolving public health needs across the United States.