Overview
Established
in 1999, the Institute has developed as a central point of coordination
for several related but distinct programs, projects, and centers, including
the Upper Midwest Center for Public Health Preparedness and the Upper
Midwest Public Health Training Center. At the heart of these endeavors
is the goal of enhancing the public health workforce in Iowa and the
Upper Midwest through competency-based training and community-focused
collaborations.
The
Institute and its Centers deliver training programs across Iowa in collaboration
with state and local public health agencies; nursing, medical, pharmacy,
and hospital associations; emergency management and public safety agencies;
state universities and community colleges; and the University Hygienic
Laboratory, which serves as the official state public health laboratory.
Partnerships with Nebraska and South Dakota have also been established,
extending connections across state borders to amplify workforce development.
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