Embedded in our mission is our dedication to inspiring young students to consider a career in health care. Explore our dedicated space for future health professions students, where we’ve curated resources and programs to support your journey into the healthcare industry. Many thanks to the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health and Idaho State University for helping to sponsor our pathway programs!

OUR CURRENT PROGRAMS
Doctor for a Day

Doctor for a Day encourages high school students, especially those from rural or underrepresented backgrounds, to consider a healthcare career. Through presentations by medical professionals and hands-on experiences like using medical equipment and practicing CPR, students gain insight into the field and are inspired to pursue this rewarding path. Learn more about Doctor for a Day.

Health Careers Camp

Health Careers Camp helps area middle and high school students gain insight into a wide variety of healthcare careers through presentations by medical, dental, and behavioral health professionals, Q & A sessions, and fun hands-on activities. Check out photos from last year’s camp!

Mental Health Careers Academy

Mental Health Careers Academy helps Valley County students explore careers in mental health and provides the tools, experiences, and mentorship to help students thrive in college and beyond — all while promoting awareness, resilience, and mental wellness in our Idaho communities. Learn more and register for Mental Health Careers Academy!

Partnership Opportunities

Our long-term goal is to offer more K-12 health career exploration opportunities, but our federal funding allows us to dedicate only10% of our base grant budget toward pre-college projects. SW ID AHEC is always open to exploring potential partnerships to enable expansion of our outreach to youth. We offer coordination, budget management, project oversight, promotion, evaluation, and more. Please contact Director, Katrina Hoff if interested.

HOST YOUR OWN HEALTH CAREER ACTIVITIES
Idaho AHEC Classroom Guide

A free, step-by-step manual with ready-to-use activities, presenter tips, and planning tools. Designed for educators, community groups, and health partners who want to spark student interest in health careers. Learn more and download the guide: Health Career Activities Guidebook

HEALTH PROFESSIONS TRAINING PROGRAMS
Medical Schools

Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine

University of Washington School of Medicine/WWAMI Idaho*

University of Utah School of Medicine**

*The Idaho Legislature currently reserves 40 seats in the University of Washington School of Medicine for its residents.

**The Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah accepts 10 Idaho MD students each year through a partnership with the state of Idaho.