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NSW Public Health Training Program: 35 years of strengthening public health systems and practice in an Australian setting

This three-year workplace program in Australia trains public health graduates through supervised placements aligned with state priorities. It builds capacity, supports emergency surge needs, and develops skilled public health professionals. It has shown long-term success in strengthening the public health workforce.

Date published:
March 12, 2025

Evidence At A Glance

Study Type:
Mixed-methods
Study Design:
Case study
Study Outcomes:
Effectiveness, Program evaluation/quality improvement
Target Population:
Clinical healthcare workers, Governmental public health workforce
Disaster Type:
Infectious disease outbreak, Natural disaster
Intervention Target Level:
Systems level

Intervention Area:

Countermeasures & mitigation:
  • Workforce development, training & coordination
Surge management:
  • Multi-sector partnerships & training
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