I would like to begin a career in the medical field
You have come to the right place! Alaska offers many opportunities for those looking for careers in the medical field. Training programs, University courses and hands on experience. Check out the links below to learn more about what opportunities are available to support you in Alaska. Day in the Life Videos are representative of the occupation but not necessarily an Alaskan business.
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Medical Careers
University of Alaska Southeast – Healthcare programs
Della Keats Program -University of Alaska
Western Undergraduate Exchange Program (WUE)
Bartlett Hospital Training Programs
University of Alaska Anchorage College of Health
University of Alaska Southeast Health Sciences
Alaska Hospital & Healthcare Association
Direct Support Professional
Regional Home Care Organizations
- Cornerstone Home Care
- Center for Community
- Community Connections
- Compass Home Care
- Consumer Direct Care Network
- REACH
- TIDES LLC
- SEAK Solutions
University of Alaska Anchorage: The Alaska Training Cooperative
National Association of Direct Support Professionals
Job Coaching
Institute for Community Inclusion: Job Coaching Course Bundle
Day in the Life of a Direct Support Professional
https://youtu.be/F33dKanYUkQ
https://youtu.be/Ih6201W5XXw
https://youtu.be/GxwFB2E9-kg
Day in the Life of a Certified Nurse's Assistant
https://youtu.be/2o1MR4A5OXg
Behavioral Health
Bartlett Regional Hospital Training Program
University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) Behavioral Health Sciences
University of Alaska Southeast Behavioral Health Assistant Occupational Endorsement
University of Alaska Social Science
State of Alaska Regulation of Behavioral Analysts
State of Alaska Board of Professional Counselors
State of Alaska Board of Psychologist and Psychological Associate Examiners
National Certification Board for Behavioral Health Professionals
Day in the Life of a Behavioral Health Technician
https://youtu.be/BKcUIBBea74
Medical Assistant (MA)
University of Alaska Southeast Medical Assisting
University of Alaska Fairbanks Community and Technical College
University of Alaska Anchorage Medical Assisting
Alaska Primary Care Association (APCA) Medical Assistant Apprenticeship
Alaska Medical Assistant Society
National Association for Health Professionals
Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant
https://youtu.be/s-lM2uwiwyQ
Day in the Life of a Nurse
https://youtu.be/4peIFulusSk
Day in the Life a Home Care Nurse
https://youtu.be/MZQuD1LZVyQ
Social Worker
Bartlett Hospital Training Programs
University of Alaska Anchorage - School of Social Work
University of Alaska Southeast through UAF Social Work
University of Alaska Fairbanks Social Work
National Association of Social Workers Alaska Chapter
National Association of Social Workers
State of Alaska Board of Social Work Examiners
Day in the Life of a Social Worker
https://youtu.be/qC_BzFwdTlk
Pharmacy
Peace Health Education and Training
University of Alaska Anchorage Doctor of Pharmacy
State of Alaska Regulation Board of Pharmacy
Day in the Life of a Pharmacist
https://youtu.be/nccpebe7MJc
Day in the Life of a Radiology Technologist
https://youtu.be/ebddjGtn0sE
Day in the Life of EMS
https://youtu.be/k0k6tWrISBM
Day in the Life of a Dental Assistant
https://youtu.be/-kqY_BwJTVg
Day in the Life of a Hospital Chaplain (Pastoral Care)
https://youtu.be/QKm1LnNjMF8
Health Information Management
University of Alaska Southeast Healthcare Information Technology Occupational Endorsement
University of Alaska Southeast Health Information Management Coding Specialist Certificate
University of Alaska Southeast Healthcare Privacy and Security Certificate
University of Alaska Southeast Health Information Management AAS
Day in the Life of Health Information Management
https://youtu.be/ky6OR3-DVyU
Day in the Life of a Physical Therapist
https://youtu.be/s1jm_V9W3XY
Day in the Life of an Occupational Therapist
https://youtu.be/mbMvd-y1MWQ
Day in the Life of a Speech Pathologist
https://youtu.be/Ti-bwsayqfc
Day in the Life of a Guardian/Conservator
https://youtu.be/yfMYGQKmZko
Workforce Requirements
Background Checks
State of Alaska Department of Health Background Check Program
NABCS-New-Provider-User-Account-Instructions
State of Alaska Department of Public Safety: Records and Information
State of Alaska Department of Public Safety: Criminal History Report
State of Alaska Department of Public Safety: Walk-in History Locations
23.11.01_Variance-Request-Form
Additional Training/Educational Funding Sources
Southeast Alaska has several resources available that can offer funding assistance for education, training and work needs. Some programs have eligibility requirements.
Alaska Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Tlingit and Haida Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation
Veteran Readiness and Employment
Alaska Commission Post Secondary Education