How do systems or governing entities get started in using the NPHPSP?
First, notify the NPHPSP staff at CDC of your interest or commitment to the process. This will allow us to assist you throughout the entire process, as well as alert you to any connections with other NPHPSP users that can be made in your state or region. NPHPSP staff can be contacted at 1-800-747-7649 or by email at phpsp@cdc.gov. In making the decision to undertake the NPHPSP assessment, entities should become familiar with the assessment instruments, determine what organization(s) can serve as the lead entity, and establish the resources and commitment needed to support the process. Additionally, give careful consideration to how the NPHPSP assessment process can link to concurrent or previous improvement efforts. The User Guide, the assessment instruments themselves, and other resources for getting started in using the NPHPSP are available at www.cdc.gov/od/ocphp/nphpsp/. It is recommended, but not required, that state and local public health systems and governing bodies conduct a c
