As the final weeks of 2024 came to a close, so did another transformative season of the HERO Mentoring Program—an experience that left students more confident, more curious, and more connected to the world of health care than ever before. This year’s cohort showed up...
Celebrating the Power of Nurses: Honoring Vermont’s Caregivers
Each May, National Nurses Week gives us the opportunity to recognize the dedication, compassion, and expertise of nurses across the country. In Vermont, that gratitude runs especially deep. Whether they’re delivering care in bustling hospitals or rural clinics, school...
Extending the Runway: How The Vermont AHEC Network Is Helping Students Take Flight in Health Careers
In a world where the future of work is changing rapidly, the path from classroom to career has never been more important—or more complex. Recent research from American Student Assistance (ASA), especially their Extending the Runway report and Vermont-specific case...
#AHECInspires: Alumni Powering Healthcare’s Future
In honor of National AHEC Week, we are celebrating the dedicated professionals who found their spark through AHEC programs and sharing their stories of how #AHECinspires. These alumni carry that inspiration forward every day, innovating, caring, and empowering...
Substance Misuse Prevention Specialists and their increasing need in the workforce.
The role of a Substance Misuse Prevention Specialist is increasingly vital. This career path addresses the critical need to prevent substance misuse, which has far-reaching impacts on individuals, families, and communities. Substance misuse leads to numerous social,...
Application for the 2024 HERO Mentoring Program is now open!
HERO (Health Exploration Resources and Opportunities) is a no-cost online mentoring program for Vermont teens in grades 9-12 living in Caledonia, Chittenden, Essex, Franklin, Grand Isle, Lamoille, Orleans, Orange, and Washington Counties. Students are paired 1-on-1...
The UVM Medical Center Phlebotomy Apprenticeship Program is Taking Applications
Are you ready to kickstart your career but find yourself stuck in a cycle of needing experience to gain experience? The UVM Medical Center Phlebotomy Apprenticeship Program is here to break that cycle. In partnership with the US Department of Labor, Vermont Department...
Nursing Pathway Collaborative Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) Intensive Program at St. Johnsbury Academy Adult Education Center
Are you ready to ignite your passion for healthcare and embark on a fulfilling career journey? The Nursing Pathway Collaborative Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) Intensive Program at SJA Adult Education and NVRH is tailor-made for adults eager to dive into the world...
Experiential Learning in Health Career Exploration by Tracy Truzansky, AHEC Educator
I always felt like I missed my calling to be in medicine. I had graduated with a degree in therapeutic recreation, but when I couldn’t find the right job, I let my passion steer me to environmental education. Learning and teaching outdoors through experience rather...
Proud to Train Vermont Emergency First Responders
Northern Vermont AHEC is proud to partner with the Vermont EMS Office to offer its first Vermont Emergency First Responder (VEFR) course for the public. This introductory-level certification is a great way for Vermont residents to get a direct look into the world of...