USF AHEC Health USF AHEC Health Professions Summer Professions Summer

AcademyAcademyA RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

Presented By: LaToya S. Clark, MPH

Coordinator, Diversity InitiativesHealth Professions Summer Academy

DirectorUSF AHEC Program Office

The Current State of The Current State of HealthcareHealthcareMinority and low-income students are

underrepresented in health professions

African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans make up 25% of the U.S. population, yet they make up only 6% of physicians, 8% of registered nurses, and 5% of dentist

These disparities by ethnicity and income have been called one of healthcare’s biggest failures

A Better Future for the A Better Future for the Healthcare WorkforceHealthcare Workforce

Recommendations:Train more underrepresented students in

science and promote their interest in health careers early

Increase the enrollment of underrepresented students in the health professions

Develop health careers recruitment programs during the pre-college years

Health Career Recruitment at Health Career Recruitment at USF AHEC Program OfficeUSF AHEC Program OfficeUSF AHEC Health Professions Summer

Academy (Academy) began in 2001; 28 students

Designed to expose academically talented high school students who are underrepresented in the health professions to career possibilities in the healthcare during a two-week, on campus experience

Targets underrepresented and disadvantaged high school students from USF AHECs 9-county service area

Academy GoalsAcademy Goals1. Expose and enhance student’s

understanding of health careers so they can make an informed decision before choosing to pursue a post-secondary health career track.

2. Provide students with test taking strategies that will enhance their performance on the SAT exam.

3. Provide positive role models and mentors to assist students in pursuit of a health career.

Academy GoalsAcademy Goals4. Increase student’s understanding of

the college admission process and how to pursue financial aid for college.

5. Increase student’s knowledge and exposure to stimulating and in-depth learning environments, college life, professionalism and diversity.

6. Provide a foundation for students to become competitive applicants for post-secondary and graduate education.

Eligibility RequirementsEligibility RequirementsRising high school juniors or seniorsReside in USF AHEC 9-county service

areaMust have a 3.0 un-weighted GPAApplicants must meet the following

criteria:◦Underrepresented in the health

professions◦Disadvantaged

First generation college student Low-income (free or reduced lunch)

The Application ProcessThe Application ProcessApplicants must submit:

◦Completed and signed application◦Official transcript◦Personal essay (250 words)◦Current photograph (headshot)◦Two recommendation forms (Science,

Math, or Health instructors)Applications are mailed to high school

counselors and health teachers; posted on AHEC website; provided during AHEC health career presentations

Due the first week in February

The Selection ProcessThe Selection ProcessStudent applications are screened by

USF AHEC, GNAHEC, and GSAHEC30 – 35 applicants are selected for an

interviewInterviews are scheduled during

students lunchAccepted students receive an official

acceptance letter in the mail26 students are accepted each year (4

alternates)

Key Components of the Key Components of the AcademyAcademyRecruitment of underrepresented

students into the health professions

Imparts knowledge about scientific and health careers

Mentorship – direct interactions with college and medical students, as well as health professionals

College admissions and financial aid preparation

Key Components of the Key Components of the AcademyAcademyCareer counseling and long-term

college and career support

Scientific research and learning through technology-based resources

Exposure to college life

Academy CurriculumAcademy CurriculumTest Preparation and Strategies

◦SAT Review Course (33 - 35 hours, verbal & math)

◦Effective Writing Course◦Study Skills Course

Career Explorations and Research◦Career Counseling ◦College/Hospital Tours◦Health Careers Lab◦Medical/Scientific Research

Project

Academy CurriculumAcademy CurriculumApplications and Finances

◦College Admissions workshop◦Financial Aid and Budgeting workshop◦AHEC Financing Your Health Career

presentation

Healthcare Workforce Training◦Florida AHEC Network Health Careers

presentation◦National Health Service Corps session◦AHEC A.T.T.A.C. Program (Tobacco

Education)

Academy CurriculumAcademy CurriculumProfessional Development

◦Professionalism 101 Course: Resumes Interviewing skills Appearance Etiquette

◦PowerPoint 101 Workshop

Extracurricular Activities◦A Day at MOSI◦Group debriefings◦Busch Gardens/Adventure Island

Academy StaffAcademy StaffDirector – USF AHEC Coordinator,

Diversity Initiatives

3 Resident Assistants (2 females, 1 male)◦Shift: 6 p.m. – 7 a.m.

4 Student Counselors (2 females, 2 males)◦Morning Shift: 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.◦Evening Shift: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Resources for Resources for ImplementationImplementationIdeal for a college or university campusDormitory and cafeteriaLibrary and computer labCampus transportationClassroom spaceOutdoor activities Health career majors, schools, collegesCommunity academic partnerships

(school districts, hospitals, clinics, museums, etc)

BudgetBudgetAbout $42,000 per year; cost include:

◦Room & board ◦Transportation◦Facilitator, counselor, and RA stipends ◦Student stipends ($100 each) ◦SAT courses ◦Accidental insurance◦Materials (backpacks, polo shirts, SAT book,

binders)◦Campus memberships and ID cards ◦Field trip tickets (Busch Gardens/Adventure

Island/MOSI)

◦Parent receptions (2)

June 2009June 2009At-A-Glance ScheduleAt-A-Glance Schedule

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

Sunday, June 14 – Saturday, June 27, 2009

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Parent Orientation2:30 - 4:30 pm

Dorm Check –in4:30 – 5:30 pm

USF Walking Tour5:30 – 6:30 pm

Pre Test & Group Activity6:30 – 7:30 pm

Safety Orientation7:45 – 8:15 pm

Cultural Bingo Game9:00 – 9:30 pm

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USF ID8:30 – 9:15 am

AHEC 9:30 – 11:30am

Lunch 11:45 – 12:30 pm

College Admissions12:45 – 1:30 pm

Student Hlth Services1:45 – 2:45 pm

SAT Math3:00 – 5:30 pm

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SAT Verbal8:30 – 11:30 am

Lunch 11:45 - 12:30 pm

Computer Workshop12:45 – 2:45 pm

PowerPoint 1013:00 – 4:00 pm

Dentistry4:30 – 5:30 pm

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SAT Math8:30 – 11:30 am

Lunch 11:45 – 12:30 pm

Financial Aid - I12:45 - 2:15 pm

Professionalism 101 -Part I & II2:30 – 4:00 pm

Pharmacy 1014:15 – 5:15 pm

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Shriners & Moffitt 9:00 – 10:30 amGroup 1 @ SCHGroup 2 @ MCC

10:50 – 12:20 pmGroup 1 @ MCCGroup 2 @ SCH

Lunch12:30 - 1:15 pm

SAT Verbal 2:00 – 5:00 pm

Evaluations 5:00 pm

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COM & CON 9:00 – 10:30 amGroup 1 @ COMGroup 2 @ CON

10:50 – 12:20 pmGroup 1 @ CONGroup 2 @ COM

Lunch12:40 - 1:40 pm

SAT Math2:00 – 5:00 pm

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SAT Verbal9:00 – 12:00 pm

Post Test I12:00 pm

Lunch12:15 - 1:00 pm

Busch gardens2:00 – 7:30 pm

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Rest Time9:30 – 11:00 am

Lunch 11:00 - 11:45 am

MOSI12:00 – 5:00 pm

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SAT Math8:30 – 11:30 am

Lunch11:45 - 12:30 pm

Effective Writing1:00 – 3:00 pm

Exploring Career Options3:30 – 5:15 pm

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SAT Verbal8:30 – 11:30 am

Lunch11:45 - 12:30 pm

AHEC ATTAC1:00 – 1:45 pm

Health Careers Lab2:00 – 3:00 pm

Professionalism 101 –Part III3:15 – 4:15 pm

Evaluations 4:30 pm

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SAT Math8:30 – 11:30 am

Lunch11:45 - 12:30 pm

Financial Aid – II1:00 – 3:00 pm

COPH3:00 – 3:45 pm

Epi Demo (MCC)4:00 – 5:00 pm

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TGH Tour9:00 – 10:30 amGroup 1 @ TGHGroup 2 @ USF

10:50 – 12:20 amGroup 1 @ USFGroup 2 @ TGH

Lunch12:30 - 1:15 pm

SAT Verbal Review2:00 – 5:00 pm

Group Presentations6:30 – 8:30 pm

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SAT Math Review8:30 – 11:30 am

Lunch11:45 - 12:30 pm

Morsani & SPT Tour12:45 – 2:45 pm

Post Test II & Evals.3:00 pm

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Dorm Check-out9:30 - 10:30 am

Appreciation & Awards Ceremony11:00 – 1:00 pm

THE RECIPE THE RECIPE FOR SUCCESSFOR SUCCESS

Program ContentProgram ContentRelevantAdult support and structureHigh standards and expectations Creative forms of learningA combination of guidance,

connections, and resourcesLong-term services/support and

follow-upYouth as resources/community serviceImplementation quality

Good MentorsGood MentorsAcademy mentor’s role is to motive youth to

achieve their potential and provide guidance and advise to raise students awareness of the academic and social benefits of higher education.

Mentor characteristics:◦Share similarities, but has more experience◦Mutual respect and trust◦Availability◦Encouragement◦A model of a continuous learner◦Committed to the role of mentoring

Positive OutcomesPositive Outcomes

Program Evaluation

Pre/Post Test

Students attending college/health professions

Increased number of applications

SUCCESS SUCCESS STORIESSTORIES

Promising Practices: Tracking Promising Practices: Tracking StudentsStudentsThe benefits of social networking

sites to track students◦Facebook Profiles: (for individuals)

Students as young as 13 can join Students must register with a active e-mail

account You have access to their wall updates,

educational status, interest, and sometimes their mailing address

Increasing popularity among youth

Promising Practices: Tracking Promising Practices: Tracking StudentsStudentsThe benefits of social networking

sites to track students◦Facebook Pages: (for organizations,

brands) You can post messages relevant to

student’s interest, upload videos, provide links, and connect to other interest

You drive traffic to your Website and resources

You can provide long-term college and career support

Academy Students College Academy Students College Acceptance Data: 2001 - 2009Acceptance Data: 2001 - 2009

Academy Students Entering Academy Students Entering CollegeCollege Academy Alumni Survey: (2009 college acceptance data)

◦ American University of Antigua◦ Barry University◦ Eckerd College◦ Florida A&M University◦ Florida Atlantic University◦ Florida State University◦ Harvard College◦ Pomona College◦ University of Central Florida◦ University of Florida◦ University of Georgia◦ University of Pennsylvania◦ University of Phoenix◦ University of Tampa◦ Various community colleges throughout Florida

(tracking currently in progress)

Student TestimonialStudent Testimonial“Thank you for reaching out to the community

through the Summer Academy. It really changed my life. It got me so excited about my future in nursing. USF was never an option for college until that summer. I always had my hopes set on the University of Florida, but now I feel differently. USF seems more like a family and I love how they reach out to underserved communities. I am going to apply to USF for the fall 2009 and I can’t wait! Thank you again for everything you have done for me.” 2007 Academy Participant

This person is currently an undergraduate student at USF!

Student TestimonialStudent TestimonialThe AHEC Health Professions Summer Academy

was by far the most rewarding and exciting medical opportunity I have ever experienced. I am very honored to have been chosen to participate, and I will always cherish those wonderful two weeks. I have benefited from all aspects of the Academy, from the SAT classes and college prep courses to visiting medical centers and learning more about medical careers. AHEC also helped me realize the crucial need for health professionals in underserved communities. Also the ethnic diversity of my fellow students helped me to realize the necessity for such diversity in the medical professions. In college and beyond, I will uphold the value of appreciating a wide range of cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.” 2006 Academy Participant

Current student at Harvard College!

Academy Students in Academy Students in ActionAction

Tampa General Hospital

Finances Workshop

USF Health South

USF College of Nursing Lab

Shriners Hospital

The Women’s Center at TGH

Outdoor Sports

Benefits of the Academy to Benefits of the Academy to the Healthcare Workforcethe Healthcare WorkforceEncourages students to attend

college and pursue a health career (primary care)

Encourages students to work in medically underserved communities in Florida

Provides mentors and a social support network for students

Creates model citizens

For Further InformationFor Further Information

Contact:

LaToya S. Clark, MPHCoordinator, Diversity Initiatives

USF AHEC Program Officelclark2@health.usf.edu

www.health.usf.edu/ahec813-974-5973