RIIN - Rural Immersion Institute of the North
Gain healthcare experience the Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æn way! RIIN is a part of the Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ AHEC Progam.
A 10 day Rural Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æn "Edventure" for undergraduate & graduate healthcare students or professionals interested in rural health practice. All disciplines are welcome.
RIIN introduces healthcare students to the realities of providing care in rural Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ. Students spend the beginning of the program in Anchorage, learning about Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æn culture and meeting with healthcare professionals to hear about their experiences. Participants are then paired with healthcare professionals from around the state to obtain hands-on experience in rural Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ communities. The program ends back in Anchorage, where students present their experiences and lessons learned.
Program Costs:
The sample schedule is as follows:
June 20th - Participant Arrival and Check-in
June 21-23 - Outdoor Experience: Kayakers Cove
June 24th - Orientation Day: Cultural center, Tribal Health Overview and Tours
June 25-29 - Rural Placement
June 30th - Debrief and Wrap-up
July 1st - Participants Depart
What To Bring
The climate and terrain of Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ varies enormously from place to place, so be prepared for a wide range of conditions. We have compiled a short packing/advice list for the necessities.
Resources
- Rural Sites Quick-Comparison Chart: All the rural sites in the program, with their amenities.
- Rural Site Fact Sheets: Detailed information about each community.
- : A website, maintained by the State of Â鶹ÎÞÂë°æ, which includes statistical information on many smaller villages.
For more information, contact: