Healthcare Administration Career Accelerator

  • Are you interested in healthcare administration but have no idea where to start?

  • Are you a student or a graduate fresh out of college?  

  • Would you like to connect with like-minded individuals?

  • If you said ‘yes’ to all of the above, you’re in the right place!

The AccessBridge is looking to prepare and empower diverse early talent like YOU for a long, rewarding career in healthcare administration! 

What is HACA?

HACA is a 100% remote 12-week session-driven career accelerator that equips early careerists with the skills, industry knowledge, and connections to launch, advance, and succeed in their careers in healthcare administration.

Full of seasoned speakers, meaningful projects, and collaborative experiences, you’ll leave each session much more knowledgeable than the previous while uncovering aspects of workplace culture, building your confidence and soft skills, and decoding corporate jargon. 

With a focus on experience rather than lecture, we provide participants with a fully immersive experience in their Healthcare Administration area of choice, gaining applicable skills and knowledge to the workforce.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the HACA program, participants must:

  • Be currently pursuing/have completed a degree in healthcare (Senior in an undergraduate program, graduate student or recent graduate)

  • Reside in the US or other nearby American territory

  • Have less than 5 years of healthcare experience

  • Be able to commit 6-8 hours a week to the program for live sessions

  • Have full availability to complete an 8-10 week internship after the program

What’s included?

  • Real Life projects, Case Studies, Assignments

  • Development of soft skills and professional etiquette

  • 8-10 week internship

  • Academic credits towards graduation (if applicable)

  • Expansion of professional network

  • Coaching sessions with a career and development coach

  • Lots of laughs, questions, and ongoing support

Is haca right for me?

Every person that has participated in HACA has gained so much in terms of knowledge, skills, and tips in navigating the industry. If you’re wondering if HACA is right for you, our past successful participants were:

  • HACA is designed so that you have control over what you gain. The more you participate, the more opportunities you’ll unlock.

  • When pursuing a career path, you will be tested in many more ways than one. The more willing you are to step out of your comfort zone, the more you’ll grow and prosper.

  • In a position of power, you will be expected to handle many tasks and projects simultaneously. This requires you to know your strengths so you can leverage those accordingly, but also your weaknesses so you know when to ask for help.

  • Though you will have many responsibilities to handle individually, teamwork makes the dream work. No successful empire or business was ever built alone.

  • There is no better version of yourself than who you are naturally. Smile, laugh, and have fun! Though we put professionalism at the forefront, enjoyment is at our core.

HACA is designed to create opportunities and experiences for underrepresented groups and underserved communities in the healthcare administration space.

Past Participants:

I am ready to accelerate my career!

You have questions, We have answers!

Eligibility

  • We believe that having a basic understanding of healthcare is beneficial to getting the most of HACA. However, if you have an interest in healthcare administration without the background, we encourage you to apply!

  • During the 12-week program yes! However, during the internship portion you will have to ensure you are available to work on an agreed schedule with your host company.

  • HACA and its internship partners operate during normal business hours in US time zones (EST, CST, MST, PST). By being outside of the US, you may find that our live services will be offered at less than ideal times for you.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • Yes! The AccessBridge Foundation runs two Cohorts per year. Stay in the know about future cohorts by signing up for our newsletter.

  • Absolutely! Please send an email to Hello@joinaccessbridge.org and we will connect you with one of our past participants.

Cost

  • Tuition for the program is $2,500 compared to other accelerator programs costing $8,000+.

    Scholarships are available for potential participants who may need it.

  • Your participation fee helps to pay for costs associated with providing you with up-to-date, accessible content. It’s an investment in yourself, and in your success to come! Our “Pay What You Can” model allows you to dictate the price you can afford rather than the set price.

    • Fees can be paid in its entirety at the beginning of the program, or pay towards it in increments throughout the program.

    • Scholarships

    • Our “Pay What You Can” model allows you to dictate the price you can afford rather than the set price.

  • At the AccessBridge Foundation, we take pride in breaking down barriers, including financial, for our participants. If paying the participation fee poses a financial burden for you, please submit an application for the AccessBridge Foundation Trust the Process Scholarship. If you have additional questions please email us at Hello@joinaccessbridge.org subject: HACA Scholarship. But, don’t wait– scholarships are limited.

    Our “Pay What You Can” model allows you to dictate the price you can afford rather than the set price.

Internship

  • Internships traditionally can last anywhere from 8 to 12 weeks. Many internship opportunities are full-time and others part-time. The placement depends on your availability and the partner's needs.

  • There will be both paid and unpaid internships available. We do have amazing partners offering paid opportunities!

  • If your internship is paid, then you will be paid on via direct deposit.

  • No, all internships provided through the AccessBridge Foundation will be remote at this time unless we’ve notified you of other in person opportunities.

Academic Credits

  • The number of credits awarded will depend on your institution. If you’d like to request credits from the AccessBridge Foundation, be sure to have a conversation with your advisor and any other related personnel at your university about external credit guidelines.

  • Reach out to our Program Director, Mishal (also a past participant) at Hello@joinaccessbridge.org