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Explore a career in healthcare.

Opportunities at any stage to learn about future careers

FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Health career exploration can start at any age.

MASH CAMP

A fun and educational immersive experience for middle and high school students to learn about and explore health careers.

RURAL HEALTH EXPLORATION

Experiential opportunities allow students to explore career interests with diverse employers.

"I loved how hands-on MASH Camp was. I learned so much and decided I want a career as a medical technician."
- MASH CAMP STUDENT

Are you an educator looking for programs and opportunities to share with your students? Contact Program Manager to request information: bryn@nahecnet.org

FOR COLLEGE & HEALTH PROFESSIONS STUDENTS

Opportunities to build connections and foster relationships that grow careers.

AHEC SCHOLARS

A two-year interdisciplinary program for health professions students, designed to augment their current curriculum.

RURAL HEALTH EXPLORATION

Experiential opportunities allow students to explore career interests with diverse employers.

"As an AHEC Scholar, I was able to find mentors and make connections which helped me get my first position after graduation."
- AHEC SCHOLAR GRADUATE

ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS

Want a healthcare career but not sure where to start? It can be costly, but there are stepping stones to your dream job with less debt and more experience. Wherever you are in your journey, we help you find the right opportunities.

We work closely with students and partners to create meaningful paths to lasting careers.

MAKING HEALTHCARE EDUCATION ACCESSIBLE

Higher education opportunities can be cost-prohibitive. One of NAHEC’s core goals is the help make healthcare education more accessible for all students. We are proud to offer scholarship opportunities for the students in our region.

Meah Gullo, Clarkson Occupational Therapy student and 2024 Bruce C. Potter Memorial Scholarship recipient

QUALIFICATIONS

• Has completed one or more NAHEC programs

• Is pursuing a career in a healthcare profession

• Exhibits integrity and is dedicated to providing care to underserved communities in our region

BRUCE C. POTTER SCHOLARSHIP

In 2011, NAHEC established the Bruce C. Potter Memorial Scholarship as a legacy to honor Bruce’s tireless commitment to building healthcare access for those most in need. The scholarship is a competitive annual award for High School Seniors or College Students in good standing who have completed one or more NAHEC programs (MASH Camp, Rural Immersion, or Rural Health Exploration) and have been accepted and will be entering a healthcare training program within the next semester cycle.

Questions, or not sure where to start?

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