The Southside Health Careers Explorers Program offers a summer camp for rising 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students. This distinguished program provides participants with an in-depth introduction to the healthcare industry—one of the nation’s fastest-growing and most rewarding professional sectors.
Through structured activities and guided exploration, students will gain valuable insight into diverse healthcare career paths and begin to chart a course toward their professional aspirations. The Explorers Program also highlights local higher education opportunities and provides guidance on available scholarships to support future academic endeavors. Engaging in this immersive experience marks the first step toward a meaningful and impactful career dedicated to the service of others.
Attention High School Students!!
SHEF Health Careers Explorers Summer Camp
Are you a high school student curious about what it’s really like to work in healthcare? The SHEF Health Careers Explorers Program Summer Camp offers an exciting, hands‑on introduction to the world of health professions.
Join us July 20–24, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., for a week of interactive activities, skill‑building, and real‑world exploration.
The camp fee is $50, which includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, a camp T‑shirt, and a student journal. Discover new possibilities, meet inspiring professionals, and take your first steps toward a future in healthcare. To register, just scan the QR code on the flyer below.
If you live in the southern part of the SHEF Service Region, you have an opportunity to attend the SHEF Explorers event at Southern VA Medical Center on July 30th. To register for this free event, just scan the QR code on the middle flyer.
Attention Middle School Students!!
If you are a rising 7th or 8th grade student who is interested in a future in healthcare, this is your opportunity to start to chart your career pathway. SHEF is offering a middle school event on August 5th at TriCities Hospital. This free event will introduce students to healthcare with structured activities and guided exploration. To register just scan the QR code on the third flyer below.



