Workforce Development
The Office of Workforce Development’s routinely offers programs to meet the training and professional development needs of Ohio’s Public health students and workforce. Whether events are held in a traditional face-to-face format, are delivered via distance technology, or are experiential in nature, we strive to make our training timely, relevant, and of the highest quality.
“more than 250,000 public health workers needed by 2020 to avert a public health crisis.” Association of Schools of Public Health (2008). http://fridayletter.asph.org/article_view.cfm?FLE_Index=6864&FL_Index=1506
There is no substitute for experience. The Office of Workforce Development has practice placement experiences that offer students in public health specialties opportunities to engage in the practice of public health. Learn more about the past experiences of students with the Office and about current opportunities.
“In Ohio, at least half of the state’s 130 health commissioners are expected to retire in the next 10 to 15 years.” Center for Studying Health System Change (2008) http://www.hschange.com/CONTENT/979/
“The average age of an Ohio Department of Health public health professional is 48” Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (2008). http://www.astho.org/pubs/WorkforceReport.pdf
The documented graying of the public health workforce and inevitable impact of retiring professionals will create a void of experienced leaders capable of responding most effectively to public health concerns. The Buckeye-Bluegrass Regional Leadership Academy will help agencies prepare for their futures by focusing on agency strategic and succession planning, and developing promising individuals to become the leaders of tomorrow.
“…many local health departments lack workers with key leadership and management skills.” Center for Studying Health System Change (2008)
Often promoted from within, many managers are highly skilled in their discipline, but lack necessary skills in management. Our Managing the Moment, Leading the Future management training series can help.
“…agencies are wrestling with an overall lack of formal orientation to public health among workers, and in some cases, deficits in core public health skills.” Center for Studying Health System Change (2008)
Team facilitation, making effective presentations, Incident Command Systems, and health communication - these are a few of the other topics for which training is offered.
The Office of Workforce Development offers training and continuing education on a regular basis. See our list of scheduled training offerings. We can also arrange an event tailored to the specific needs of your workforce and agency. Contact Joanne Pearsol for more information
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Students participate in a mock disaster as part of the Community Emergency Response Training for Public Health Professionals. |
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