The Center for Health Careers was conceived, developed and implemented in 1988 as a long-term strategic initiative designed to narrow the gap between hospitals' nursing and allied health workforce needs and available supply. Serving as a regional referral and information service to students, parents, and the educational community through a number of programs, the Center continues to enhance the public's perception and attitudes toward nursing and allied health professions.

The Centers' mission was, and continues to be, to promote and advance healthcare careers for our member hospitals and healthcare systems. Considering the present and projected future of western Pennsylvania's healthcare workforce, this mission has never been more significant. 

Healthcare Achievement Scholarships  |  Occupational Bulletins

Resources for the Center for Health Careers  

Center Stage

An informative newspaper published for high school students twice a year that profiles a variety of health care professions. 

Occupational Bulletins / Educational Programs

Maintains job overviews on over 50 health care professions.  Information includes a summary of the profession, education and salary requirements and job outlook for the future. 

Healthcare Achievement Scholarship

Together, HCWP and participating members offer six $1000 scholarships to students who demonstrate an interest in a healthcare career. Two scholarships are given to students in each of HCWP's geographic regions: northwest, southwest and east.

Toll Free Number

For inquires into health care careers please call us at 800-328-0505

Video Library

A collection of over 50 videotapes focusing on several health care professions

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