AHEC Scholars
Click HERE to Register
OR, Contact:
Erika Greenberg MSN, RN
(970) 324-3018
egreenberg@cahec.org
If you’re looking to graduate from your health professions program with distinction, consider applying to become an AHEC Scholar!
AHEC Scholars is a FREE program for health professions students interested in supplementing their education by gaining additional knowledge and experience in rural and/or underserved urban settings.
Learning Opportunities
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Inter-professional Education
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Behavioral Health Integration
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Connecting Communities & Supporting Health Professionals
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Virtual Learning & Telehealth
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Social Determinants of Health (SDoH)
- Cultural Competency
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Practice Transformation
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Colorado Current and Emerging Health Issues:
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Maternal Morbidity and Mortality
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Opioid and Polysubstance Use Disorder
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AHEC SCHOLARS
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A unique learning experience designed and funded by the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - nationally known for its desirable set of competencies.
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Includes an online curriculum designed by the Colorado AHEC program of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
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Upon completion you will hold an AHEC Scholars Certification that will permanently help your healthcare resume stand out from the crowd.
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Two Curriculum Options:
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One year for certificate healthcare programs
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Two year for degree healthcare programs
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AHEC Scholars will participate in a minimum of 40 hours per year of supplemental instruction (online and self-paced) in addition to current healthcare program curriculum AND 40 hours per year of clinical training (may be a part of their current required clinical hours)
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AHEC SCHOLARS ELIGIBLE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
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Associate Degree in Nursing
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Emergency Medical Services
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Medical Assistant
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Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene
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Associate of Applied Science in Integrated Health Professions (Holistic Health)
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Associate of Applied Science in Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Dental Assistant
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Medical Laboratory Technician
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Paramedics
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Physical Therapy Assistant
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Radiology Technician (RTA)
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Respiratory Care
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Associate of Applied Sciences in Surgical Technician
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Bachelor in Public Health
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Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
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Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Health Promotions, Recreation
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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Bachelor of Science in Nutrition
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Certificate in Dental Assisting
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Certificate in Nurse Assisting / Nurse Aid Certificate (CNA)
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Certificate in Practical Nursing / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Certificate in Practical Nursing in Addiction Counseling
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Certificate in Phlebotomy
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Community Health Worker
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Doctor of Dental Medicine
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Doctor of Medicine
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Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
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Doctor of Pharmacy
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Doctor of Physical Therapy
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Doctor of Psychology/PhD
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Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Master of Physician Assistant Studies (PA)
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Master of Public Health
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Master of Science in Dietetics
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Master of Science in Exercise Science
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Master of Social Work
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Nurse practitioners
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Nurse midwives
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Optometrists
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Public Health Allied professionals
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEWEST AHEC SCHOLARS GRADUATES
Emiliano Gonzales-Serrano – June23
"Hello, my name is Emiliano Gonzales-Serrano, and I am a pre-med student at CU Boulder. I plan to study integrative physiology during my time at the university.
Currently, I am a certified CNA and I plan to be a physician of family medicine serving underrepresented populations. I love to travel, and I will one day volunteer my time with doctors without borders."
Emiliano Gonzales-Serrano
Karli Havel
Yasmin Berumen Martinez