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AHEC West recruiting for 5th Cohort of AHEC Scholars

May 28th, 2023 by WCBC Radio

AHEC West is recruiting for the 5th Cohort of AHEC Scholars, a national interprofessional program for health profession students. Designed to enhance students' knowledge and skills to practice effectively in rural or underserved urban settings, the two-year program features 40 hours each year of both interdisciplinary didactic training and community-based clinical or experiential training. Eligible disciplines include Dentistry, Medicine, Nurse Practitioner, Pharmacy, Physician Assistant, Psychology and Social Work.

Students completing the program earn a Maryland AHEC Scholar Certificate of Completion, signifying their advanced training in interprofessional education and skills. Other benefits include working with other health professions disciplines, enhancing clinical knowledge about rural and underserved healthcare in Maryland, and professional networking with mentors and colleagues.

To be eligible to participate, students must be currently enrolled in a health profession or public health degree in Maryland and be two years from degree completion.

Apply online at ahecwest.org, which also provides more information about the program and student testimonials on the value of AHEC Scholars. For questions, contact AHEC Scholars Program Coordinator Joy Taylor atjtaylor@ahecwest.org.