Health Careers Summer Camp 2017

Austin - June 12th – 16th

Each year the Texas Area Health Education Center (AHEC) East – Capital Region offers high school students the opportunity to participate in a five day summer camp devoted to educating participants about the different careers in healthcare. During camp, students are exposed to various careers in healthcare and taught what they need to do to start preparing for their future. This year’s camp will be held during the day so students will need transportation to and from camp. The total cost of camp is $50 and includes all meals and activities.

To register for the 2017 Health Careers Summer Camp, complete the form below and return it to Texas AHEC East – Capital Region by March 31st. Once you are selected to attend camp you will be asked to submit your payment of $50. Remember space is limited so register TODAY!

Mail your registration form to:

Texas AHEC East – Capital Region

4400 College Park Dr, Rm 3105.01

Round Rock, TX 78665

Eligibility

·  High school student completing 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade

·  Must be 16 years old as of June 1, 2017

·  Attend all five days of camp

·  Must have transportation to and from camp each day

·  Submit your application by March 31, 2017

·  Have a sincere desire to pursue a career in healthcare

Activities Include

·  Hospital Tours

·  Medical Procedures

·  Shadowing Opportunities

·  Simulation Labs

·  Field Trips

·  And much more!

A selection committee will review applications and students selected to participate will receive a detailed camp packet and payment instructions by April 15th.

Health Careers Summer Camps 2017

Student Application Form

Please print legibly.

Name: ______Date of Birth: ______

Home Address:______

City: State: Zip:______

E-mail address:______

Home Telephone: (_____) ______Gender: Male ______Female______

Scrubs Size:(S)____ (M)____ (L)____ (XL)____ (XXL)___ (Other) ______

(Scrubs run large)

High School: ______

Expected Graduation Date: ______CPR Certified: Yes_____ No _____

Future plans after high school: ______

______

______

Healthcare Career Interest: ______

Essay

Please attach a Word Document to this registration form with one or two paragraphs describing your interest in a healthcare career, and how you would benefit from participating in the Health Career Summer Camps. Include personal stories and experiences you feel make you an excellent candidate for the camp.

Signature of Student:______Date:______

Signature of Parent/Guardian:______Date:______

For more information contact Ashley King at 512.223.0228 or email .