COVID Vaccines: MAHEC community pharmacies at Biltmore and Enka can administer COVID vaccines to patients 7 and older without a prescription (not currently covered by children's Medicaid). Patients 18-64 require a high-risk condition that is documented through a self-attestation form available at the pharmacy. Patients 65 and older do not require an attestation. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments can also be scheduled!
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Passport Program

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MAHEC Passport Program

Welcome! This NC AHEC program was established to meet workforce needs by creating a pathway for students across North Carolina to become academically prepared for a career in healthcare. This program offers support for students to participate in three categories: ENGAGE, gain further EDUCATION, and EXPLORE career opportunities in the healthcare workforce.

By participating in this program, students have a unique opportunity to gain academic and enrichment hours towards a Certificate of Completion that is recognized by academic institutions and employers in North Carolina, which sets them apart from other students in an increasingly competitive environment. The Passport Program Curriculum offers students the chance to document and collectively report all of the health science, community service hours, learning opportunities, and leadership activities they participate in as early as 8th grade.

Criteria for Students

Explore
Educate
Engage
Minimum of 5 hours/activities Minimum of 10 hours Minimum of 4 activities

Eligibility Requirements

  • Student must have a desire to pursue a career as a health professional
  • Student must attend a middle school or high school in Western North Carolina
  • Student must be in grades 8-12
  • Student must provide at least one teacher recommendation
  • Student must provide parental consent

2025 Schedule

November 12
 Engage East Henderson High School Simulation Day
November 14
 Engage West Henderson High School Simulation Day
November 20
 Engage Henderson County Innovative High School Career Café
November 20
 Explore Appalachian State University Health Sciences Tour   Register
December 18
 Educate MAHEC Medical Mentoring Program Final Capstone Presentations at MAHEC
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