If you’re a high school student and want to learn more about the dynamic and exciting world of medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network offers numerous programs designed especially for you.
Our programs allow you to learn about health care careers firsthand. We also offer volunteer opportunities for high school students at our hospital campuses. We are passionate about supporting and guiding the next generation of health care professionals.
The educational opportunities offered by LVHN’s Division of Education for high school students (students under 18) will include:
- Emerging Health Professionals (year-long dual-enrollment program, Lehigh County high school seniors only)
- Emerging Health Professionals (year-long dual enrollment program, Schuylkill County high school seniors only)
- BAVTS Academy of Medical Science (Northampton County high school seniors only)
- Teen volunteer opportunities
The educational opportunities offered for undergraduate/graduate students will include:
Shadowing requests
LVHN does not approve shadowing or observation requests for students outside of our established programs. This includes requests for shadowing for high school students to complete school requirements and for undergraduate students to complete application requirements for professional programs.