Pennsylvania AHEC Community-Oriented Rotation and Experiences (CORE+) Clinical Rotation

Northeast PA AHEC actively seeks strong partnerships and collaborations with academic institutions, healthcare systems, and community-based organizations to enhance support for health professional students and residents in our region. Our commitment to partnership and collaboration is driven by our goal to build a strong network of support, fostering connections and growth for healthcare professionals and students across Northeast PA.

Northeast PA AHEC offers the Pennsylvania AHEC Community-Oriented Rotation and Experiences (CORE Plus or CORE+) clinical rotation which provides immersive learning experiences for health professional students, residents, and preceptors in our region. The CORE+ Rotation is designed to address the unique challenges of rural and underserved communities across Pennsylvania.

For Students & Residents: This 8-week (or longer) program combines clinical practice with significant community immersion, dedicating approximately 20% of the rotation to hands-on, community-based learning. Students/Residents gain invaluable practical experience in resource-limited environments, learn from seasoned primary care clinicians, and develop critical skills in cultural competence and healthcare equity, preparing them to serve underserved populations.

Learner Application

For Preceptors: Become a vital mentor in shaping the future of healthcare. By serving as a CORE+ Rotation Preceptor with Northeast PA AHEC, you share your expertise, inspire a commitment to rural health, and directly contribute to addressing workforce shortages in underserved communities.

Preceptor Application

Interested in learning more? Visit the PA AHEC website.

AHEC CORE+ Rotation Completion & Community Experiences Reflection

We appreciate your participation in our AHEC CORE+ Rotation! Your reflections are essential and we encourage you to share your feedback.

The Goal of Reflection: To encourage you to not only recount and analyze your experiences but also to identify key takeaways or insights and plan concrete actions based on those findings. This process is a cornerstone of continuous professional development and responsive care practices in medical education.

By sharing your honest insights, you help us measure the impact of the rotation and ensure the CORE+ Rotation program provides the most valuable community experiences for future learners.

Please complete our Rotation Exit Survey to share your feedback.

Your candid evaluation ensures we can strengthen the CORE+ program for future participants. All responses will be de-identified for external reporting. Thank you for helping us make a real difference!

CORE+ Program Completion Form