Funding for dual enrollment programs in allied health careers for high school students.
This Act aims to increase access to educational programs in allied health fields for high school students. It introduces funding for dual or concurrent enrollment programs that provide students with information on healthcare careers, training requirements, and expected salaries. Citizens will benefit from better vocational training opportunities in the healthcare sector, potentially leading to faster entry into the workforce and the acquisition of certificates or associate degrees.
Key points
New funding for dual or concurrent enrollment programs in high schools focusing on allied health professions (e.g., medical technicians, assistants).
These programs must provide high school students with academic and financial aid counseling, along with information on requirements and salaries in the health sector.
Facilitating the acquisition of industry-recognized credentials, certificates, or transferable academic credits in health professions before high school graduation.
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