Funding: BHW Releases New Grants

Primary Care Training and Enhancement-Community Prevention and Maternal Health (PCTE-CPMH)  – The PCTE-CPMH program will increase the number of primary care physicians trained to provide maternal and obstetrical healthcare. Grantees will train physicians to improve maternal health outcomes in rural and underserved areas. Approximately $15.8 million will be available in FY 2021 to fund 26 grantees.
Application deadline: 2/22/2021.

Integrated Substance Use Disorder Training Program (ISTP) – The ISTP program will integrate mental health and substance use treatment services in primary care settings. Grantees will train practicing professionals to provide addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery services in underserved communities. Practicing professionals include the following disciplines: nurse practitioners, physician assistants, health service psychologists, and social workers. Approximately $6.5 million will be available in FY 2021 to fund two grantees. Application deadline: 2/24/2021.

Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training (BHWET) – The BHWET Program for Paraprofessionals will increase the number of peer support specialists and other behavioral health-related paraprofessionals in high need areas. Grantees will train students to work with children, adolescents, and transitional-aged youth at risk for behavioral health disorders. Approximately $16.3 million will be available in FY 2021 to fund 43 grantees.
Application deadline: 4/12/2021.