American Indian Arizona Workforce
Less than 5% of the current healthcare workforce is representative of Indigenous workers despite representing over 22% of the total population in Arizona
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Nurse Practitioners have a projected job growth rate of 45% in the years 2022-2032
Nationally Recognized
AIH-AHEC is the first Area Health Education Center to focus exclusively on the American Indian Health Care system and its workforce
Announcements
San Carlos Apache Health Care Summer Student Program
SCAHC Summer Student Program
San Carlos Apache Healthcare Corporation
Peridot, Arizona
June 10th-July 18th, 2024
Who: Must be 16 years of age
Must be a SCAT Tribal Member
Must be a high school or college student
PAID 6 WEEK PROGRAM
Gila River Health Care Summer Scrubs Program
Summer Scrubs is a health career exploration program that helps students prepare for their future in the health professions. With this program, students will get the opportunity to participate in professional lectures, health-related field trips and hands-on lab experiences. "Scrub in" this summer at Gila River Health Care in Sacaton, Arizona.
Ages: 14 years of age and older (ages 14-17 requires parental consent)
Dates: June 10, 2024 - July 26, 2024
Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Interested? Email [email protected] for more information.
Native Health SCOPE
In partnership with NATIVE HEALTH, we are offering a healthcare career exploration program this summer called Native SCOPE (Skills, Careers, Opportunities, Pathways, Experiences).
This program is open to high school students (rising high school freshman through rising college freshman) in the Phoenix Area who have an interest in a healthcare career.
In this program, students will
- hear from medical professionals
- obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Training and Certification
- experience different opportunities
The first cohort begins on June 12th.
This eight week program will be
Forensic Healthcare in Tribal Communities
Join us for an informative webinar on "Forensic Healthcare in Tribal Communities." This event will provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by healthcare professionals working within tribal communities and the importance of tailored forensic healthcare services. Don't miss this opportunity to learn and connect with peers dedicated to enhancing healthcare. Register: https://arizona.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Q3pVJNXTRW2YLhajJaamog#/registration
