The OPC/AHEC Program engages with academic, community, and government partners to increase the supply, distribution, and education of Vermont’s healthcare workforce. Through advocacy, research, and public service, we improve access to quality primary and preventive health services for all Vermonters.
Education and Career Awareness
We believe the success in healthcare innovation, transformation, and reform depends on an adequate supply and distribution of well-trained healthcare professionals.
Recruitment
OPC/AHEC brings educational and quality improvement programming to Vermont's primary care practices and supports community-based health education across the state.
Retention
Our efforts focus on achieving a well-trained healthcare workforce so that all Vermonters have access to quality care, including those who live in Vermont's most rural areas and Vermont's underserved populations.