National Adult Protective Services Training Center

The Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living, will award a single cooperative agreement to establish and operate a National Adult Protective Services Training Center (NATC). The NATC’s mission is to strengthen the capacity of adult protective services (APS) professionals and the agencies that employ them through evidence‑informed, online learning modules delivered via a web‑based learning management system. The Center will provide training that supports leadership development, improves agency culture and climate, and promotes best practices in protecting adults from maltreatment. Key points: • One cooperative agreement (estimated funding $1.0‑$1.25 M) • Required to develop and manage an online training platform for APS workers • Focus on evidence‑based practice, leadership, and organizational improvement • Open to U.S. entities (foreign entities ineligible) • Estimated application deadline May 17 2027; award expected August 8 2027 • Project start anticipated September 1 2027 • Funding instrument: Cooperative Agreement (CA) • Eligible applicants: unrestricted entities meeting eligibility criteria (e.g., non‑profit, state/local agencies, etc.)