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NJ AHEC Scholars Program

The NJ AHEC (Area Health Education Center) Scholars Program is a longitudinal, interdisciplinary program with a curriculum that implements a defined set of clinical, didactic, and community-based training activities in underserved areas. Our program is a unique collaboration between the NJ AHEC, Camden County College, Rowan College of South Jersey, Rutgers University School of Nursing, Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine and the Departments of Nursing and Psychology at Rowan University.

As a NJ AHEC Scholar, you will work in inter-professional groups providing services in underserved communities through AHEC sites in South Jersey: Garden (Cumberland, Salem and Gloucester Counties), River (Camden, Gloucester and Burlington Counties) and Shore (Atlantic and Cape May counties), as well as their partners throughout the region.

Our curriculum focuses on key topics that will prepare your group with the knowledge to develop projects that improve health care in those communities.

NJ AHEC Scholars Curriculum

Inter-professional education
Behavioral health integration
Social determinants of health
Cultural competency
Practice transformation
Current and emerging health issues
Connecting Communities and Supporting Health Professionals
Virtual Learning and Telehealth

NJ AHEC Scholars Benefits

Working in an underserved community
Working on an interprofessional team
Volunteer experience that sets you apart
Faculty guidance for research publication or presentation at a national conference
Stipend
Certificate of completion
Award Ceremony & Poster Presentation

Testimonials from our AHEC Scholars

Picture of AHEC Scholar, Duncan Holmes and accompanying testimonial that states AHEC expanded my knowledge base and gave me tools that I can use in the future to better inform my practice and help me build more effective public health initiatives aimed at underprivileged populations I want to serve, such as the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC populations.

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Picture of AHEC Scholar, Sara Soliman and accompanying testimonial that states The AHEC scholars' program has increased my passion to work in underserved communities and increase their access to healthcare. As a physician, I will be more aware of the common barriers that nearby cities may face in terms of healthcare and be more prepared to alleviate these problems.

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Picture of AHEC Scholar, Megha Gupta and accompanying testimonial that states Thank you so much for making this program available to us! Exposure to the more social aspects of medicine has made me feel so much more prepared walking into rotations.

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Picture of AHEC Scholar, Emma Cummings and accompanying testimonial that states Participating in this program for the past two years has been an invaluable experience that has been formative in the type of doctor I want to become and the types of communities I want to work within. It has also shaped my priorities throughout medical school and served as an important reminder of why I decided to pursue medicine in the first place.

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Picture of AHEC Scholar, Spencer Colton and accompanying testimonial that states Being part of the AHEC Scholars Program gave me a better grasp of underserved communities' challenges, preparing me to offer more compassionate, culturally aware care to my future patients.

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Picture of AHEC Scholar, Daktoa Pastore and accompanying testimonial that states The most meaningful takeaway was realizing the importance of community-based healthcare initiatives and the vital role healthcare professionals play in fostering healthier, more resilient communities. I am grateful for the insights gained, which solidified my commitment to making a meaningful difference in healthcare.

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Interested in applying for NJ AHEC Scholars?

The NJ AHEC Scholars Program is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Cohort. Eligible applicants must be ennrolled in a health profession program (medicine, nursing, social work or other allied health program) and be able to commit to two years being in the program, which includes online lectures and clinical/hands-on training each year.

Complete the application