Explore a career in healthcare.

Opportunities at any stage to learn about future careers.

ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS

Do you want to start a career in healthcare? Don’t know where to start?

You know it could be expensive to get to your goals, but did you know stepping stones exist to your dream job while acquiring more experience and less debt along the way?

No matter where you are in your journey, we can help you find opportunities – and a path that works for you.

We work one-on-one with each student and partner organizations to create enriching experiences that lead to lasting careers

FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Curious if a career in healthcare is for you? Check out our career exploration opportunities.

SUMMER HEALTH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

A six-week, immersive experience for underrepresented and/or economically disadvantaged high school and college students to explore careers in health care.

SCHOOL & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

The following programs may be available through your school or a community organization. Contact us to learn more.

The Basics of Career Exploration

An interactive workshop focused on choosing the right career.

Health Care in the 21st Century

An online career-exploration and skills assessment opportunity.

Narcan: An Opiod Antidote

Learn how to save a life in a time of crisis.

The Metaverse and Healthcare

Virtual-reality workshops covering topics such as CPR or medic training

"In the AHEC Scholars program I was able to find mentors and make connections which helped me get my first position after graduation."
-AHEC SCHOLAR GRADUATE

Are you an educator looking for programs and opportunities to share with your students?

FOR COLLEGE & HEALTH PROFESSIONS 
STUDENTS

Opportunities to build connections and foster relationships that grow careers.

AHEC Scholars

A two-year interdisciplinary program for health professions students, designed to augment their current curriculum.

SUMMER HEALTH INTERNSHIP
PROGRAM

A six-week, immersive experience for underrepresented and/or economically disadvantaged high school and college students to explore careers in healthcare.

SCHOOL & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

The following programs may be available through your school or a community organization. Contact us to learn more.

Health Care in the 21st Century

An online career-exploration and skills assessment opportunity.

Narcan: An Opiod Antidote

Learn how to save a life in a time of crisis.

"In the AHEC Scholars program I was able to find mentors and make connections which helped me get my first position after graduation."
-AHEC SCHOLAR GRADUATE

MAKING HEALTHCARE EDUCATION ACCESSIBLE

Higher education opportunities can be cost-prohibitive. One of BQLIAHEC’s core goals is the help make healthcare education more accessible for all students. We are proud to offer scholarship opportunities for the students in our region.

HAZEL SANDERSON, EdD., RN, HEALTH CAREER SCHOLARSHIP

The Hazel Sanderson, EdD., R.N. Health career Scholarship provides support for a deserving student who has completed at least one BQLI-AHEC program in the past 5 years and is pursuing a career in a healthcare profession. The recipient of this award will be selected based on their spirit, tenacity, and dedication to providing care to underserved communities in our region.

The Hazel Sanderson, EdD., R.N. Health Career Scholarship is named in honor of Dr. Hazel Sanderson, EdD., RN, who is a founding member of BQLI AHEC and serves as the Board Chair. For the past 20 years, Dr. Sanderson has made significant contributions to the organization and its programs through mentoring, community service, and program engagement, in addition to her Board responsibilities.

Call us at (332)240-4479 for more information.

LET'S FIND YOUR PATH

It's time to get started.
See how BQLIAHEC can help you create a roadmap to success.