Frequently Asked Questions
Who should apply for EPFP?
EPFP invites your application if you have: a commitment to personal and professional development on behalf of children and youth; a track record for making things happen—inside and across agencies/organizations; substantive work experiences; a bachelor's degree or its equivalent; a full-time professional position; and the endorsement and financial support of your employing organization.
How is the program structured?
Fellows remain in their full-time positions and use their work environment as the context for examining important leadership and policy issues in their states and in the nation. EPFP activities are directed by on-site Coordinators and the schedules vary for site to site. EPFP requires participation in on-site training activities which are generally, but not always, held at the conclusion of the normal work day from September until May.
In addition, Fellows are expected to attend the two national conferences. Please consider these extra demands on your time in light of your current professional and personal schedule. If you cannot participate fully in EPFP, please do not complete the application.
How much does the program cost?
Each person’s employing agency–the sponsor–pays the base program fee of $2,400, travel costs to the two national meetings, and any special site-specific programming fees. In addition, the employer provides release time for on-site and national activities.
How do I apply for EPFP?
EPFP schedules vary from site to site. Please contact the EPFP Coordinator in your state to obtain site-specific programming and scheduling information. Final selection of Fellows is made by EPFP Coordinators in consultation with the applicant’s sponsor.
Two versions of the application are available for you to complete. Please complete the entire application and return it to the EPFP State Coordinator.
- Download the application in Microsoft Word (140 KB)
- Download the application in Adobe PDF (114 KB)
DC Applicants
Applicants to the DC EPFP should use the following electronic application:
- Download the application in Microsoft Word (146 KB)
- Download the application in Adobe PDF (119 KB)
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the PDF application.