DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Houston County Schools and Southeast Health are teaming up to give local students hands-on experience and a closer look at careers in health care.
According to the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the Southeast Health Academy of Health Sciences at Houston County Career Academy.
The partnership is designed to connect students with real-world health care opportunities while they are still in school. Students will be able to explore careers in the medical field while building practical skills, knowledge and hands-on experience.
The program also aims to help prepare students for future jobs while strengthening the health care workforce across the Wiregrass.
The Southeast Health Academy of Health Sciences is located at Houston County Career Academy, 662 W. Main St. in Dothan.
The Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce described the partnership as an investment in students and the future health care workforce of the Wiregrass.
