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AHEC Scholars

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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

  • Practice Transformation

  • Behavioral Health Integration

  • Interprofessional Education

  • Social Determinants of Health (SDoH)

  • Cultural Competency

  • Connecting Communities & Supporting Health Professionals

  • Virtual Learning & Telehealth

  • Emerging Colorado Issues:​

    • Opioid Epidemic

    • Oral Health

    • Covid-19

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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.

  • Includes an online curriculum designed by the Colorado AHEC program of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

  • Upon completion you will hold an AHEC Scholars Certification that will permanently help your healthcare resume stand out from the crowd.

  • Two Curriculum Options:

    • One year for certificate healthcare programs

    • Two year for degree healthcare programs

  • 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

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Emergency Medical Services

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Medical Assistant

  • Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene

  • Associate of Applied Science in Integrated Health Professions (Holistic Health)

  • Associate of Applied Science in Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Dental Assistant

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Paramedics

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Physical Therapy Assistant

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Radiology Technician (RTA)

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Respiratory Care

  • Associate of Applied Sciences in Surgical Technician

  • Bachelor in Public Health

  • Bachelor of Science in Dietetics

  • Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Health Promotions, Recreation

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing

  • Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

  • Certificate in Dental Assisting

  • Certificate in Nurse Assisting / Nurse Aid Certificate (CNA)

  • Certificate in Practical Nursing / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

  • Certificate in Practical Nursing in Addiction Counseling

  • Certificate in Phlebotomy

  • Community Health Worker

  • Doctor of Dental Medicine

  • Doctor of Medicine

  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

  • Doctor of Pharmacy

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy

  • Doctor of Psychology/PhD

  • Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling

  • Master of Physician Assistant Studies (PA)

  • Master of Public Health

  • Master of Science in Dietetics

  • Master of Science in Exercise Science

  • Master of Social Work

  • Nurse practitioners

  • Nurse midwives

  • Optometrists

  • 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.

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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."

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Emiliano Gonzales-Serrano
Karli Havel
Yasmin Berumen Martinez

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