National Health Corps Central California 2025

Bounded by the Coast Ranges to the west and the Sierra Nevada to the east, Central California encompasses over 62 cities with 25,000 square miles and continues to be one of the fastest growing regions in California. Central California communities have been designated as health professional shortage areas by the federal government, and health centers struggle to continue to find health professionals at all levels. With host sites located in Sacramento, the State Capitol, and throughout Central California, from Sutter County to Kern County the members will serve their time at a participating federally qualified health center where they will address the needs of the communities by providing outreach and education while gaining a meaningful experience for their future.

NHC members complete 1,700 hours of service over 42-46 weeks. Most member service activities take place at their host sites. Members¿ host site service activities include COVID-19 response, care coordination, case management, health education, outreach coordination, and patient navigation. NHC members will produce significant and unique contributions to host sites' existing efforts to improve health outcomes in underserved communities by engaging in activities that confront community health needs, but would not otherwise be possible due to the lack of adequate funding, staffing, and resources at their host sites. Members are assigned a host site mentor who provides mentorship, supervision, and access to professional development opportunities at the host site. Members also participate in ongoing professional development, team-building, and additional outside/group service and committee activities through their NHC program. NHC and its partners strive to ensure that members can contribute to the capacity and reach of their host sites and have a rewarding experience that exposes them to a variety of health-focused careers.