The Washington Area Health Education Center (AHEC) works towards improving health outcomes in rural and under-resourced communities across our state through partnerships with academic programs, healthcare institutions and primary care organizations.
The WA AHEC Program Office at the University of Washington School of Medicine supports four Centers: AHEC for Western Washington, Central Washington AHEC, Eastern Washington AHEC, and Southwest Washington AHEC.
Interprofessional training for health professions students with the goal of cultivating a primary care workforce in shortage areas.
Enrichment programs for pre-health students from rural and under-resourced communities (see AHEC Center websites for details).
Professional development and education opportunities for healthcare professionals (see AHEC Center websites for details).
Rural Underserved Opportunities Program – Field placements and community-based learning for medical students.
University of Washington School of Medicine
Washington Association for Community Health
Whatcom Community College
Wenatchee Valley College
Eastern Washington University
