Health Care Apprenticeship Consortium

02/05/2026

Did you know we run College in the High School Apprenticeship programs? They provide students with a foundation to go on to enter the healthcare and behavioral health fields. Learn more about our new partnership with Puget Sound Skills Center as we expand these opportunities!

https://healthcareerfund.org/2026/01/20/college-in-the-high-school-apprenticeships-with-puget-sound-skills-center/

The Training Fund partners with Puget Sound Skills Center (PSSC) who serves over 1,000 diverse students from across the region. We are running two programs, Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship and Behavioral Health Technician Apprenticeship, with PSSC.

12/15/2025

"This program creates a community. It was nice to work in the clinic, go to school and have my peers to work through questions with, all while getting paid," shared Medical Assistant Apprenticeship graduate, Jordi Rodriguez, MA with Neighborcare Health at our classroom site visit this week.
Thank you to the students for sharing your experience, our partners, and all who joined us to learn more about the Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program. SEIU Healthcare 1199NW Kaiser Permanente Washington Providence Swedish

11/13/2025

We had the honor of bringing folks together at our 2025 Behavioral Health Career Pathways Convening on November 4 to learn about the state of behavioral health care and policy updates, celebrate workforce innovations, and connect with each other. Thank you to all our partners, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, employers and everyone who joined us and made it a successful event.

Thank you State Senator Manka Dhingra for setting the stage and leaving us with hope. We appreciate our speakers for making this event impactful: Marie Bruin and Kendrick Hang Washington’s Community and Technical Colleges, Meghan Regis Washington State Health Care Authority, Carmen Leso Washington State Department of Health, Inez Olive Washington Student Achievement Council, Renee Fullerton Workforce Training & Education Coordinating Board, Shundra King and Jamar Glenn For The Culture Counseling Services, Sara Boye King County, Washington - Government, Ciara Cleary Center for Human Services, Manda Scott and Dani LaForest Greater Health Now, Sarah Walker University of Washington CoLab for Community and Behavioral Health Policy, Dr. Sue Magyar Eastern Washington University, Dan Ferguson WA State Allied Health Center of Excellence

10/10/2025

Calvin Fahnestock, CJ, graduated from the first Peer Support Specialist Apprenticeship Cohort at Valeo Vocation. Now he is a mentor for the program sharing his journey to uplift others.

"My perspective has broadened—not only do I support people in their recovery, but I also mentor peers as they work toward becoming peer specialists themselves. Today, my role extends beyond helping individuals pursue sobriety; I also help guide others in their professional journeys. This shift has been deeply rewarding."

Calvin Fahnestock, graduated from the first Peer Support Specialist Apprenticeship Cohort at Valeo Vocation. He shares his journey with recovery, through apprenticeship and now as a mentor.

05/09/2025

This FREE, three-step employment program trains entry-level job seekers in the healthcare sector. Classes are taught online giving you the flexibility to learn from wherever you have internet access.

04/14/2025

This incredible visit with healthcare apprenticeship champions in Alabama (Mobile and Montgomery) was exactly what our team needed! So grateful for the insights, connections and inspiration that will benefit our healthcare apprenticeships in Washington. A big thank you to Meredith Smith Alabama Department of Commerce for making this happen!

And special thanks to: Mobile Infirmary, Coastal Alabama Community College, Alabama Department of Workforce, Auburn University, East Alabama Health, Troy University, LBW Community College, Baptist Health, Coosa Valley Medical Center, Central Alabama Community College, Grandview Medical Center, Jefferson State, Alabama Board of Nursing

03/24/2025

📣Opportunity: Eligible health professionals may now apply to the National Health Service Corps’ three loan repayment programs.

Calling all clinicians – the application for our three loan repayment programs is now open through May 1! 🎉 Let us help you get a jumpstart on your future with up to $100,000 in student loan relief.

Learn more about which opportunity is right for you, and apply today: https://ow.ly/2VUr50VlxUo

03/20/2025

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship is in the middle of the Career & Technical Scholarship spring cycle. Deadline - April 15! ⏰

Funding opportunities are available for baccalaureate, graduate, or career / technical tracks.

Did you know these scholarships can be stacked on top of any state grants (PELL), FAFSA, etc.?
Learn more:

Career & Technical Scholarship (CTS) 101  CTS is one of three pathways to high-demand careers in Washington state offered by WSOS. This program provides up to $1,500 per quarter every quarter for apprenticeship, certificate, or associate degree programs in STEM, health care, and the trades. WSOS ca...

03/19/2025

Cynthia completed our Behavioral Health Technician Apprenticeship and now she is a mentor for others going through the program at Cascade Senior Living Services: "This program was a blessing. It gave me confidence that I did not have before – I am equipped with every experience, every day. I can now help others.” Read her story and start your journey! https://healthcareapprenticeship.org/2025/03/19/apprentice-spotlight-cynthia-derocher/

03/05/2025

We had an exciting time at the Sound Careers in Healthcare Fair. It is always so invigorating to talk with students interested in going into such critical fields! Thank you so much to Healthcare Industry Leadership Table (HILT) and Seattle Jobs Initiative for organizing this opportunity. Learn more about healthcare apprenticeship opportunities: https://healthcareapprenticeship.org/

03/04/2025

It is always great to connect with others passionate about removing barriers to education and training. During the site visit, Cynthia DeRocher, Behavioral Health Technician Apprentice graduate and mentor, shared “I lived 21 years with severe clinical depression and could hardly get out of bed. That is who I used to be. Not who I am today. I have completely changed and evolved into what I always wanted to be but didn’t have the tools, the skills, the knowledge. That is what this has given me personally, I have gained so much.”

02/24/2025

We offer employers the opportunity to upskill current employees through registered apprenticeship programs—a proven pathway to build skills, reduce turnover, and grow your talent from within. We’re actively seeking employer partners! 📢 Please share this with your networks to help spread the word about this incredible opportunity. Contact Amesha Jewell at [email protected] to learn more.