Rural Community Health Scholars

• Program Overview
• Who's Eligible
• Application Requirements
• Scholar Resources
• Didactic Modules

Become the Healthcare Leader Your Community Needs

WV AHEC Rural Community Health Scholars engage in classroom, clinical, and community-based training activities in rural and medically underserved areas of West Virginia, building skills to become community healthcare leaders.

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Scholars Make a Difference

• Positively impact rural and medically underserved communities in West Virginia

• Receive national recognition

• Enhance your education through immersive clinical and community-based experiences

• Develop leadership skills and make professional connections

As a Scholar, you will:

• Become a leader in your profession and community

• Learn with and from rural healthcare experts

• Work as part of an interprofessional team

• Gain skills and knowledge for providing quality healthcare

• Receive hands-on experience while providing meaningful patient care

• Receive a financial participation award of $1,150 ($575 each program year)