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A self-designed questionnaire assessed demographic characteristics, training needs, and service capacity enhancement. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were used to explore differences across regions and professional roles. Multivariable logistic regression models were constructed to examine associations between professional role and high training demand for selected core competencies, adjusting for institution type, professional title, and job position.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Overall, primary healthcare workers reported high demand (&gt;75%) for training in the diagnosis and treatment of common diseases, rational drug use, and emergency response skills. Significant regional differences were observed, with certain areas showing higher demand for training in Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques, infectious disease control, or rehabilitation services. Training needs also varied by professional role: clinical staff emphasized clinical knowledge and Traditional Chinese Medicine, public health workers prioritized essential public health services, and nursing and technical personnel focused on first aid and emergency response.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Training needs among primary healthcare workers in Henan Province are urgent and diverse, with clear regional and role-specific variations. 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