National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center
Working together to increase the capability of the U.S. public health and health care systems to safely and effectively manage special pathogens.
Ebola: Clinical Evaluation, Treatment & Infection Control
Join CDC and NETEC experts for an overview of Ebola virus disease (EVD) and the current outbreak in the DRC. Learn about patient management, infection prevention and control, and the role of NETEC in providing training, education, and coordination for specialized Ebola care in the U.S.
STAND Award to Advance National Health Security
NETEC has launched a new funding opportunity to expand the National Special Pathogen System (NSPS) Level 2 facility network. Up to 75 facilities will be awarded $500,000 each to strengthen preparedness, training, and capacity for high-consequence infectious disease (HCID) response.
National Special Pathogens System (NSPS)
The National Special Pathogen System (NSPS) helps the country prepare the health care system, protect the health care workforce, and respond to special pathogen events by coordinating special pathogen care across the United States.
Recent News

NETEC Announces $37.5M Initiative to Strengthen National Health Security and Expand Special Pathogen Preparedness
NETEC announces a $37.5M Special Pathogen Treatment and Network Development (STAND) Award to expand the NSPS Level 2 Special Pathogen Treatment Center (SPTC) network nationwide.

Effective HLIU Twinning: Strengthening Isolation Unit Capabilities Worldwide
Discover how High-Level Isolation Unit (HLIU) Twinning strengthens isolation units worldwide through shared expertise, capacity building, and HCID preparedness.

Behind the Scenes with NETEC’s Education & Training Team
Go behind the scenes of NETEC education in this podcast recap—discover how expert knowledge is transformed into practical tools healthcare professionals can apply right away.