“We planned and strategized more deeply as a team because we had a framework and tools by which to do that. […] When we’re mapping our networks really intentionally and thinking about where we have power and influence, I think we are able to plan more deeply and more effectively.”
– Eric, Indiana Office of Public Health Performance Management
Customized Workforce Development
- Do you have a particular problem or challenge that could benefit from an expert eye?
- Have you been struggling to navigate all of the transformations happening in health and health care?
- Do you have a “wicked” problem or complex challenge that might benefit from tailored workforce development and ongoing support?
The Cohort Experience provides guidance and structured support to help your team move from the ‘current state’ to the ‘desired state’ on an MCH health priority challenge of your choice.
Accepted teams will participate in a one year Learning Journey with other state/jurisdictional teams, working with the Center to support your work on an existing (or planned) transformational challenge.
Join the National MCH Workforce Development Center’s 2024 Learning Journey!
Are you interested in building workforce capacity in systems thinking, adaptive leadership, evidence-based decision making, equity, and engagement?
Would you like support for a team of your Title V colleagues and partners working to address a health transformation challenge in your state?
Join the National MCH Workforce Development Center for an engaging and interactive Learning Journey designed to develop your team, explore the challenge, consider the evidence, and plan next steps.
What is included?
- Ongoing support from a Center coach experienced in working with teams of MCH professionals
- A two-day, virtual Systems Exploration Workshop to help you examine your challenge
- A four-day, in-person Learning Institute
- Monthly learning webinars designed help you apply new tools and skills
- An in-state consultation by a team of WDC experts co-designed by your team and Center coach
- Additional support and coaching for team co-leads
- Additional support and coaching for individuals interested in measurement and evaluation
- Opportunities to connect with Title V peers from across the country
Who should participate?
The Learning Journey is designed for state Title V professionals and their partners. We encourage you to identify partners/stakeholders in your state to participate with you, as a team approach will better support application of new skills and tools and facilitate better implementation of new strategies and approaches to the challenge. Teams are also encouraged to invite family leaders, community partners, and people with lived experience to be part of the team.
What topics will be covered?
The Workforce Development Center Learning Journey curriculum focuses on four core areas – systems integration, change management, evidence-based decision making, and equity and engagement.
Sample Learning Institute Curriculum
| Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 |
| · Transitioning to a Transformational Mindset · Finding the Conversational Sweet Spot 2.0 | · Systems Exploration · Developing an Equity Mindset · Evidence 101: What is Guiding our Decision Making? · Using System Support Mapping to Build Connections and Strengthen MCH Systems | · Centering People with Lived Experience: Understanding Engagement · Exploring Potential Solutions with Community Partners · Strengthening Your Collaboration · Teams and Change Leadership | · Learning Along the Way: Resources for Your Journey |
Monthly Learning Webinars
- Month 1: Welcome Webinar
- Month 2: Testing to Learn
- Month 3: Using Time Intentionally
- Month 4: Implementation Supports
- Month 5: Systems Mapping Toolbox
- Month 6: Communicating Up
- Month 7: Using Evidence Effectively
- Month 8: Celebration Webinar
How much does it cost?
The MCH WDC is funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau. All services are provided at no cost to state agencies. However, to secure a spot in the Learning Journey state teams must commit to participating in all learning opportunities AND to completing all evaluation activities.
Additional information:
Interested Title V professionals are invited to join an optional Informational Call on September 19th at 3:00pm ET. Click here to join. Letters of interest will be accepted until October 2, 2023. Letters should be sent via email to Thea Calhoun Dorothea_Calhoun@UNC.edu