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Welcome to the 
Nevada AHEC 
Program

Connect students to careers, professionals to communities, and communities to better health.

Healthcare Education Resource Library

If you are interested in our resource library, fill out the form below and a member of our team will be in touch with you shortly!

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Bridging the Healthcare Gaps in 
Underserved Communities

For over 40 years, the Nevada AHEC Program has been a lifeline for rural and underserved communities by recruiting, training, and placing healthcare professionals dedicated to essential care. We build a diverse and skilled workforce, address Nevada’s provider-to-patient ratio disparities, and ensure that even the most vulnerable populations receive the care they deserve. Together, we drive lasting change and advance health equity across Nevada.

Pathway Programs

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Graduate & Doctorate Level

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K-12 Initiatives

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Professional Level

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Undergraduate Level

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Who We Serve

At High Sierra AHEC, we aim to empower and uplift students from rural and underserved communities. We are dedicated to supporting Title 1 & first-generation students by providing them with valuable resources and opportunities in the healthcare field.

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Our Mission

High Sierra AHEC addresses Nevada’s healthcare workforce shortages by recruiting, training, and placing diverse healthcare professionals into rural and underserved communities to improve access to quality care.

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Our Vision

The purpose of High Sierra AHEC is to serve as a critical convener between academic and employer based partners to ensure workforce distribution and diversity.

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Reach Out and Revitalize Rural

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Module 1

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Research 101

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Health Literacy and Communication

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Interprofessional Education

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Higher Education

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A CHW I Certification is a competitive certification recognized by employers statewide. It is a great resource to have on your resume and allows for opportunities of employment in the healthcare field. CHWs can be employed at hospitals, clinics, offices, health and community-based non-profits, and more!

High Sierra AHEC is partnered with a variety of community partners and organizations who are interested in providing potential employment opportunities to our program graduates.

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