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The TRAIN Learning Network (TRAIN) is the trusted leader in training for public health professionals. Reaching over 6 million users, TRAIN brings together a community of health departments, federal health organizations, emergency preparedness-focused groups, academic institutions, and others dedicated to building a strong public health workforce.

Our Learning Management System (LMS) offers the largest collection of free public health courses accessible in one central learning hub. 

We put high quality training in the hands of all public health practitioners. 

The best LMS in public health.

We saved millions of dollars over my 14-year tenure by not having to require the workforce to travel or be out of office.

The flexibility of TRAIN and in-depth data reporting has enabled us to use the system for nearly all our agency’s needs.

The Tennessee Department of Health saved over $350,000 for new nurse orientation with TRAIN.

TRAIN Learning Network Partners

TRAIN brings together hundreds of training partners from governmental public health agencies, universities, and healthcare organizations who share their training and expertise across the system. Take a look at our state and other partners below. 

Federal Affiliate Partners
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • ICE Health Service Corps (IHSC)
  • Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
  • U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
  • Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
  • Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Nonprofit Affiliate Partners
  • Elizabeth Dole Foundation – The Campaign for Inclusive Care
  • Med Learning Group
Key Training Providers
  • American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
  • Columbia University
  • Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
  • National Center for Disaster Preparedness (NCDP)
  • Regional Public Health Training Centers
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
  • Tulane University
  • University of North Carolina
  • University of Washington, Northwest Center for Public Health Practice
  • U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
  • And hundreds more

Become a TRAIN Affiliate

Affiliates are organizations that manage a customized TRAIN website. Powered by the Public Health Foundation, TRAIN allows health organizations to disseminate and track training on a centralized platform. Join our learning community as we work to meet the needs of a constantly evolving public health world.

Why Join TRAIN?

  • Train your workforce 
  • Track and report on training 
  • Create training plans 
  • Save time, money, and resources 
  • Disseminate just-in-time training during emergencies 
  • Connect with other organizations: local health departments, partners, hospitals, and more 

TRAIN Affiliate Services and Benefits

  • Training management, distribution, administration, and evaluation services 
  • TRAIN Affiliate partner mentoring, training, and communication lines 
  • A unique, branded TRAIN portal 
  • The opportunity to reach over 6 million users across the network 
  • An affordable, fixed cost for LMS services with the option to expand 

Saving Money with the TRAIN Learning Network

Carol Moehrle discusses cost savings with TRAIN in Idaho’s North Central District, where expenses for training opportunities in its five rural counties can run high.

Ready to learn more?

Contact Mike Barry at mbarry@phf.org or 202.218.4422. You can also submit your information online and we will reach out to you shortly.

Teach and Learn with TRAIN

Course Provider and Learner Benefits

PHF continuously enhances TRAIN’s many functions to better serve users in a rapidly changing digital landscape. We offer: 

  • Continuing education credits and certificates for learners 
  • Customized affiliate integrations supporting data transportation between systems 
  • Transcripts that learners can take with them wherever they go 
  • Self-serve course creation formats, including SCORM and conference scheduling 

An Extensive and Credible Course Library

TRAIN houses more than 5,000 nationally available courses—over 98 percent available to learners at no cost. We offer a wide variety of courses that reflect the Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals and the CDC Quality Training Standards.

Workforce Training Simplified

Align your organization’s training with your reporting requirements; workforce development goals; and performance measures for funding, public health accreditation, certification, and licensing.

Please complete our form to learn more about TRAIN benefits, features, and pricing. 

Your information will only be used by PHF and will not be shared. This form is to express interest in learning more about the TRAIN Learning Network as an Affiliate Partner. For learner help, contact TRAIN support

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