Spring Session Application Opens for Student Healthcare Leaders

Portland-area high school students can apply for the spring session of Adventist Health Portland’s Student Healthcare Leaders. This free, innovative program gives students a chance to explore many areas of a health care career.

The after-school program uses interactive explorations and panel discussions to help young people experience the world of health care and engage with health care professionals. In addition to learning about clinical areas, students learn about careers in administration, information technology, human resources, food services and more.

Each week, different department representatives discuss what their team does and how it fits into the work of the greater work of the medical center. Students can ask questions and learn through interactive exercises in that department.

Student Healthcare Leaders also gives students networking opportunities for years to come. Graduating classes hold alumni events, and many students stay in touch with the mentors they meet through the classes. Some are now working at Adventist Health Portland.

Applications are due March 21 for spring session, which meets on Wednesday evenings from April 16 to June 18. Students accepted into the program receive a full scholarship that covers the program, uniforms, supplies and a meal each week.

If you know a high school student interested in learning more about careers in health care, get information and an application at StudentHealthcareLeaders.com.