If you’re looking to graduate from your health professions program with distinction, consider applying to become an AHEC Scholar. While in their program of study, AHEC Scholars gain additional knowledge in key areas via didactic and experiential
education. Stipends are available in some locations.
Applicants must:
• Be enrolled in a health professions degree program
• Be two years from program or degree completion
• Commit to two years in the program and a one-time program follow-up
What Scholars are Saying
"I learned important knowledge from the AHEC Scholars program, both the modules and the learning collaboratives gave me the skills needed to work for Navajo Nation during COVID-19."
Rexine, Colorado
AHEC Scholar-Public Health
"I feel that through the AHEC Scholars program, I got a more in depth look at the issues facing my community and gained an appreciation for the specific needs that I can help serve in my future career as a physician – and I
got to have fun while doing it!"
Bharat, Georgia
AHEC Scholar-Medical Student
"As an AHEC Scholar, I cultivated my passion for community service, discussed complex topics in healthcare and society, and met like-minded peers. It was a fantastic experience, and I appreciate all the readings, training,
and informational sessions on various topics. My knowledge, mindset, and opinions were developed with this program. What I learned as an AHEC Scholar will help me positively impact the medical community, and I could not
be more appreciative of the opportunity to learn and grow in such an outstanding program. "
Students from these disciplines are prioritized: physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, dentists,psychologists, pharmacists,
optometrists, community health workers, or other health professionals, as practicable.
Students will be immersed into the core topic areas outlined below.
AHEC Scholars Core Topics
Educational and training activities will support education related to core topic areas such as:
• Interprofessional Education (also known as interdisciplinary training)
• Behavioral Health Integration
• Connecting Communities and Supporting Health Professionals
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