PUBLIC HEALTH
Continuing education to support a stronger, more responsive public health workforce.
LEARNING THAT STRENGTHENS PUBLIC HEALTH
Eastern AHEC provides continuing professional development opportunities for public health professionals throughout North Carolina, including healthcare providers, social workers, environmental health specialists, health educators, community-based professionals, and other public health practitioners.
Through partnerships with the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, the North Carolina Institute for Public Health, and the NCDHHS Division of Public Health, we deliver evidence-informed education that supports professional growth and strengthens the public health workforce.
Find learning that fits your role:
| PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTITIONERS | COMMUNITY & POPULATION HEALTH | PUBLIC HEALTH LEADERS & PARTNERS |
|---|---|---|
| Explore education for local health department staff, public health nurses, environmental health specialists, health educators, social workers, and other public health professionals. | Build knowledge in population health, community engagement, health promotion, emerging public health issues, and approaches that address community needs. | Access learning and collaboration opportunities related to leadership, workforce development, quality improvement, and strengthening public health services. |
EXPLORE OUR LEARNING TOPICS
Leadership and management • Population health • Environmental health • Workforce development • Quality improvement • Community engagement • Emerging public health issues • Foundational public health capabilities
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT
Continuing education credit is available for multiple professional disciplines. Credit types vary by program and may include discipline-specific continuing education hours or contact hours. Please visit our Credit Glossary for accreditation details and a current list of available credit types.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN PUBLIC HEALTH Explore upcoming programs • Find education for your role • Connect with Eastern AHEC |
Connect With Us
Eastern AHEC partners with local health departments, healthcare organizations, community-based organizations, academic institutions, and public health professionals to address workforce development needs across eastern North Carolina.
Whether you are seeking continuing professional development opportunities, interested in collaborating on training initiatives, or looking for resources to support your workforce, we invite you to connect with our team.
Stay Connected
- View upcoming public health programs and events
- Subscribe training announcements
- Request training for your organization or community
- Explore public health resources and tools
- Contact our Public Health Education team
Contact Eastern AHEC at easternahec@ecu.edu
Resources
- North Carolina Data Portal
- North Carolina Division of Public Health
- NCDHHS: DPH: NC SCHS: LDAS: Healthy North Carolina 2030 (HNC 2030) and NC SHIP
- North Carolina Institute for Public Health (NCIPH) – UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health
- Results-Based Accountability™ – Eastern Area Health Education Center