Professionalizing Under-Recognized Cadres to Strengthen Health Systems

Social service and supply chain personnel are two cadres of health workers that often lack support and a voice in the health system, hindering their education, career development and professional growth. Yet social service workers form a vital safety net for children and families made vulnerable by challenging circumstances. Applying its human resources for health (HRH) expertise, CapacityPlus developed a framework for the professionalization of under-recognized cadres.

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Rebecca Bailey, Amy Bess, Kate Gilroy, Leah McManus, Deborah Murray, Richard Seifman, Dana Singleton, Maritza Titus, Daren Trudeau, IntraHealth International; Lisa Howard-Grabman, Training Resources Group, Inc.

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2015

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