Announcing the PA AHEC CORE Rotation!

We're excited to announce the Pennsylvania AHEC Community Oriented Rural Education (CORE) Rotation, designed to give learners a hands-on look at healthcare in our rural communities throughout the state. This rotation provides an invaluable opportunity for learners to gain real-world experience and build a strong foundation for their careers.

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What is the AHEC CORE Rotation?

The AHEC CORE Rotation is a program that allows learners from various health professions to complete a portion of their clinical rotations in rural areas throughout Pennsylvania. The CORE Rotation is more than just clinical practice—it's a comprehensive 8-week (or longer) experience that combines hands-on patient care with deep community immersion. For Residents, this unique program is a 4-week experience. Our matching process pairs learners and preceptors based on their preferences to create the best possible learning experience.

For Learners: Launch Your Healthcare Career in Rural PA

Through this program, Learners will:

Gain diverse clinical experience by working alongside local healthcare providers.

Understand the unique challenges and rewards of practicing in rural settings.

Connect with communities and learn about the specific health needs of the region.

For Preceptors: Shape the Future of Healthcare

Through this program, Preceptors will:

Mentor the next generation of healthcare professionals, shaping their skills and career paths.

Share their invaluable expertise and passion for rural healthcare.

Contribute directly to a stronger local healthcare system by inspiring students to practice in our rural communities.

For Community Ambassadors: Welcome a New Generation

Through this program, Community Ambassadors will:

Be a welcoming face for learners, helping them feel at home in your community.

Share local knowledge and resources, ensuring learners have a rich and positive experience.

Play a key role in student recruitment and retention, encouraging future healthcare providers to stay in the region.

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Who Can Participate?

We're inviting Resident, Medical Student, Nurse Practitioner, and Physician Assistant learners to apply for this unique rotation experience.We're looking for passionate individuals eager to make a difference and learn from our community's dedicated healthcare professionals.

Go beyond the classroom and into the heart of a community that needs you. Our rotation places you in rural areas, where you'll gain hands-on experience and build strong relationships with patients and providers. This isn't just a rotation—it's a chance to truly understand the impact you can have and to find your calling.

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Opportunities for Our Community

The success of the AHEC CORE Rotation depends on the support of our dedicated community members. We're currently seeking passionate individuals to join us as Preceptors and Community Ambassadors in our rural counties - Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Wayne, Wyoming, or Pike.

Preceptors: Are you a licensed healthcare professional looking to mentor the next generation? As a preceptor, you'll provide students with direct supervision and invaluable clinical training.

Community Ambassadors: Do you love your community and want to help students feel at home? As an ambassador, you'll welcome students, share your local knowledge, and connect them with the resources they need to thrive during their rotation.

Our team works closely with our Preceptors and Community Ambassadors to ensure a seamless experience, providing them with the personal support they need to make a difference.

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JOIN THE WAITLIST FOR OUR NEXT PROGRAM

Ready to start your journey with the AHEC CORE Rotation? We're excited to hear from you.

For Learners and Preceptors: Get all the details and start your application by visiting our PA AHEC CORE Rotation page.

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For Community Ambassadors: If you're passionate about welcoming students to your community, we'd love to connect. Please reach out directly to Leslie Petroff or Debra Youngfelt to learn how you can help.

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Join us in strengthening the future of healthcare in Northeast Pennsylvania!