High School Access
A streamlined approach to open-access learning for students.
Pilot Organizations
As demand grows for students to gain real-world experience in health care settings to better inform their education and career decisions, opportunities to observe or intern in these highly regulated environments face complex requirements and limited capacity. Additionally, access to these experiences is constrained by enrollment limitations in schools.
To address these challenges, hospitals activated by the Kansas City Metropolitan Healthcare Council, along with school districts involved in Real World Learning, launched the High School Access program to streamline processes and expand access for students currently enrolled in health care pathways, as well as those in programs that have not traditionally had access to career and technical education opportunities.
The Health Care Access Program will run from January to June 2026. To learn more about the program, please complete the form below.
Student Journey
Observation Experience
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An “eyes only” experience with up to eight hours in one facility.
Multiple observations across multiple facilities are possible without repeating paperwork .
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Age Verification
Confidentiality Agreement
Immunization Records
Liability Release
Seasonal Flu Vaccine
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HIPAA
General Safety
Infection Prevention
Information Security
Organizational Compliance
Recurring Experience
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At least eight hours, and up to 120 hours in one facility.
Multiple observations across multiple facilities are possible.
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Background Check
COVID Vaccine
Emergency Contact Information
Negative TB Test
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Anti-Harassment
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Hazardous Materials
MDRO
Bloodbourne Pathogens
Patient Rights & Professional Ethics
Personal Conduct
Policies & Procedures
Risk Management
Workplace Violence
