- (843).777.5343
- peedeeahecinfo@mcleodhealth.org
The Pee Dee AHEC Health Careers Program provides opportunities for students wishing to explore health career options, learn more about education and training opportunities, and to build the skills and knowledge needed to pursue their passion. The Pee Dee AHEC Health Careers Program provides support to high school, college, gap year students on their paths to becoming healthcare professionals, building a future healthcare workforce that will reflect the communities it serves in the Pee Dee region.
The Health Careers Academy Program is an introduction to the careers available in healthcare. Focus areas will include the following: communication skills, job qualifications, educational requirements, career opportunities for healthcare professions and the workforce of the state. Students will also have an opportunity to network with healthcare professionals, attend virtual workshops and seminars, community, and college site visits, and explore undiscovered areas of healthcare.
South Carolina AHEC is offering free, self-paced, online modules open to students in the state interested in careers in healthcare. The topics fall into three categories: career preparation, soft skills, and healthcare terms and trends. The modules are designed to help students expand their knowledge about various healthcare fields and develop skills that will help them on their path to a career in healthcare. These modules are available 24/7 for registration and completion via the South Carolina AHEC Learning Portal (ALP) to access the modules.
Reach out to Pee Dee AHEC for program details, partnerships, or support—we’re here to guide your healthcare education journey.
Pee Dee AHEC offers regional summer programs. Programs may include workshops, hands-on skills training, observations in healthcare offices or facilities, or health professions mentoring.
Several statewide education seminars will be offered during the academic year, conducted virtually by videoconference. Students will learn more about health careers, public health topics, personal health, and understanding the healthcare needs of South Carolina.
Programs for college students preparing for a healthcare career or graduate school.
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Ameerah Vickers, M.Ed. — Health Careers Program Coordinator
Lee, Sumter, Clarendon, Williamsburg, Georgetown, and Florence County
Ammerah.vickers@mcleodhealth.org · 843-289-0514
Evan Wicker, M.A. — Health Careers Program Coordinator
Chesterfield, Marlboro, Dillon, Darlington, Marion, and Horry County
Evan.wicker@mcleodhealth.org · (843) 845-7103
Programs for high school students interested in a career in healthcare.
A one-week experience offered each summer to explore different career options in healthcare through hands-on career labs and exposure. Includes advice from real-world professionals, on-site observations, and college admission visits.
More details and applications will be available in Spring 2027.
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We collaborate with educational and healthcare partners to identify workforce needs and design impactful, accessible programs for community growth.
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Students and professionals receive hands-on training, mentorship, and resources to build essential healthcare skills and real-world experience.
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Graduates and trainees apply their skills to improve healthcare access, enhance patient care, and strengthen rural and underserved communities.
Supports rural students pursuing healthcare careers, building a strong future workforce.
Offers community training for students in rural and underserved South Carolina areas.
