Children’s hospitals face difficulty recruiting and retaining the specialized workforce needed to care for kids. Pediatric providers require years of specialized training yet face lower reimbursement rates and limited pediatric‑specific workforce support.
The Children’s Hospital Association created the Pediatric Workforce Blueprint to explain why the pediatric workforce is different and why federal policy must reflect those differences. Inside the blueprint, you’ll find:
- The real‑world story of pediatric workforce challenges
- Gaps in existing federal programs
- Actionable federal solutions to strengthen training, recruitment, and retention
Its goal is simple: ensure children have timely access to high‑quality care by building a stable, sustainable pediatric workforce for the future.
