Freeman Health System is excited to announce their Freeman Health Academy program for the summer of 2024!
The Freeman Health Academy (FHA) is a week-long program where students ages sixteen an dup gain a better insight into various health care career through both hands-on and observational experiences, obtaining their BLS certification (optional), and networking with health care professionals. Most health care career programs require a minimum number of job shadowing hours, and this program will provide 34.5 hours of shadowing experience.
Who is eligible to participate in the Freeman Health Academy Program?
To be eligible for selection to participate in the Freeman Health Academy, students must:
- Have no disciplinary actions
- Have at least a 3.0 GPA (cumulative)
- Be at least 16 years old prior to attending a Health Academy session
What are the requirements for acceptance into the Freeman Health Academy?
- Completed application
- Recommendation letter from an academic source
- A copy of the participant’s driver’s license/government-issued I.D.
- Verification of GPA of 3.0 or higher (cumulative for previous year)
- A short essay explaining why the participant is interested in participating in the Freeman Health Academy and how admittance would benefit their future school or career goals.
What will be offered in the Freeman Health Academy Program?
Participants will learn about career opportunities in a health system via tours, job shadows, department presentations, and hands-on activities. This is an excellent opportunity to gain insight into many careers and network with health care professionals.
Where do I return my application?
Please return your completed application and a copy of your driver’s license/government-issued I.D. to the Freeman Professional Development Department (Freeman East Building). The application may be returned in person, by email (professionaldevelopment@freemanhealth.com), by fax to 417.347.0016, or by main to Freeman Health System – Professional Development Department: 932 E. 34th Street, Joplin, MO 64804. Incomplete or late applications will not be reviewed during the selection process.
What should I wear?
You may wear business casual clothing or scrubs. Closed toed shoes are required. No jeans, shorts, graphic t-shirts, tank tops, crop tops, revealing/inappropriate attire, sweatpants, ripped clothing, or gym attire. If your attired does not meet the dress code, you will be sent home to change.
Do I have to wear a mask?
Currently, masks are not required in all Freeman facilities. Some areas still require the use of masks.
When should I apply?
The deadline to apply is May 31, 2024.
When will I know if I’m accepted as a participant in the Freeman Health Academy?
You will receive an email notification by June 7, 2024, if you have been selected for one of the Health Academy sessions. Please respond to the email to confirm that you will be in attendance. You must attend all days in the session for a completion certificate.
When are the sessions?
There are three sessions to choose from:
- June 24 to 28
- July 8 to 12
- July 22 to 26
How can I apply?
Fill out this form here.
Reference:
Esther Bard, Professional Development Department
Freeman Health System
417.347.5845
embard@freemanhealth.com
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