Read the new deBeaumont report: Building Skills for a More Strategic Public Health Workforce: A Call to Action

This summer the deBeaumont Foundation released a report articulating the need for public health trainers and leaders to focus their workforce development effort on Strategic Skills.  Open the link above to see their Figure 2. “T” graphic, emphasizing the increasing need to develop skills that “move beyond core scientific disciplines” in order to meet the challenges of today’s public health department.

The 8 Strategic Skills are:

• Systems Thinking
• Change Management
• Persuasive Communication
• Data Analytics
• Problem Solving
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Resource Management
• Policy Engagement

NEPHTC is on supports this report, it’s alignment with Public Health 3.0, and intends to integrate this perspective as we develop and deliver trainings across the New England region.

Start off your fall with this report in mind as you plan for your public health professional staff and your own career.