The National AHEC Scholars Program
helps students build practical skills, expand their professional network, and prepare for today's healthcare workforce.
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.
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AHEC Scholars Coordinator - Northeastern Colorado
Erika Greenberg MSN, RN
egreenberg@cahec.org
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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WHAT IS 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)
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
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