Can the NPHPSP be used to evaluate or assess public health agencies, programs, or organizations?
The NPHPSP is not intended to serve as an evaluation of program or agency performance or capacity. It is an assessment of overall system performance and how current performance and capacity measure up against optimal benchmarks. NPHPSP results represent the collective performance of all organizational participants in the public health system and should not be interpreted to reflect any single agency, organization, or program. State and local public health systems should use the information as a planning tool for quality improvement. The local public health governance instrument is unique in that it focuses on the governing body ultimately accountable for public health at the local level. Examples of governing bodies include local boards of health, county councils, or commissions. A governing body has legal authority over the primary governmental public health agency within the local public health system, usually defined as the health department.
Related Questions
- To what organizations will you provide information learned from the Sister Study and how will the information provided be used to benefit public health?
- Can the NPHPSP be used to evaluate or assess public health agencies, programs, or organizations?
- Can the Life Made Much Easier Programs be used as a fundraiser for groups and organizations?
