Benefits of Being an ARI-AHEC Scholar

• Become a part of an interprofessional team.

• Build relationships with other ARI-AHEC Scholars as well as AHEC Scholars from across NE Ohio.

• Get specialized training, community experiences, and supports.

• Get more in-depth information on topics like social determinants of health, health disparities, integrated care, and community issues like infant mortality and the opioid epidemic.

• Work together to make a difference in the health of your community by developing and leading health and wellness programming for underserved populations in the Greater Akron community.

• Receive a stipend of $1,000 per 80 hours (program year) for completing the required training and experiential hours.

• Earn an AHEC Scholars certificate and identify yourself as an AHEC Scholar on your resume.

• Build relationships with other ARI-AHEC Scholars and AHEC Scholars from across NE Ohio.

• Receive mentoring and support from ARI-AHEC, UA, NEOMED and health professionals.

Note: First consideration is given to students from groups underrepresented in health care professions