AHEC Teen Health Summer Program
AHEC's Annual Teen Health Summer Program is an immersive, career-exploration experience designed to inspire high school students to discover the wide range of opportunities within the healthcare field. Through dynamic, hands-on activities, interactive workshops, and real-world exposure, students gain a deeper understanding of health professions and the pathways that lead to them.
Participants will explore careers in medicine, nursing, public health, allied health, and other healthcare-related fields while building foundational skills such as teamwork, communication, and leadership. The program creates a fun, supportive, and engaging learning environment that encourages curiosity, confidence, and informed decision-making—empowering teens to envision themselves as future healthcare professionals serving their communities.
Key Program Features
Health Career Exploration
Exposure to careers in nursing, medicine, public health and other allied health through guided discussions and career panels.
Hands-On Learning
Interactive workshops and skill-building activities, including basic CPR training, casting, and suturing demonstrations.
Simulation Training
Practice real-life healthcare scenarios using simulation mannequins at the NMC Health Simulation Center.
Interactive Skill Development
Leadership and team-building activities that strengthen communication skills, stress management, and problem-solving.
Community & Professional Engagement
Direct interaction with healthcare professionals, guest speakers, and mentors who share real-world insights and career pathways.
College & Career Readiness
Guidance on healthcare education pathways, admissions preparation, and resources to support future academic and career success.
