IH pilot program introduces students to health-care careers

August 14, 2024
IH staff and a student practise rescues as part of the Enhanced Youth Program. The pilot program introduces students to a broad range of health-care roles in hospitals.

A unique pilot project at Interior Health (IH) is helping students expand their views of health-care careers.

Launched in October 2022 with Salmon Arm Secondary and Shuswap Lake General Hospital, the Enhanced Youth Program (EYP) introduces students to the diverse career opportunities available within a hospital.

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