This document describes the Hispanic-Serving Health Professions Schools Graduate Fellowship Training Program (GFTP). The GFTP places fellows in research and professional development opportunities within government agencies and academic institutions throughout the US and Latin America. Eligible applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents who are current or recent graduates of a health-related degree program. The GFTP aims to increase the number of Hispanic health professionals and address Hispanic health issues. Fellows gain experience in research, networking, and Hispanic and minority health topics. The application process and requirements for the unpaid and paid fellowship opportunities are provided.

1. HISPANIC-SERVING HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOOLS GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS

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Who is HSHPS?
What does HSHPS do?
Graduate Fellowship Training Program
OVERVIEW

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HSHPS strengthens the Nation’s capacity to increase the Hispanic health workforce to serve and promote the health of Hispanics.
MISSION

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HSHPS MEMBER INSTITUTIONS

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Capitol Hill Briefings
Professional Development Workshop
Student Mentorship Program for Hispanic Health Research (sMPH2r)
Graduate Fellowship Training Program (GFTP)
PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

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Health care professionals are in dire need in this country!

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Hispanic and other minority health issues
Research and professional development skills.
Network!
GFTP GOALS

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Placements throughout the U.S. and Latin America within government agencies and academic institutions.
Research Project
Paid and unpaid opportunities
WHAT DOES THE GFTP OFFER?

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•Member Institution Programs
–Disease Specific
–US/Mexico Border Health
•Government Programs
–Department of Health and Human Services
–Department of Veterans Affairs
GFTP PROGRAM

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GFTP 2014 SUMMER AND FALL
UNPAID
–HHS/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
–HHS/Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) HHS/National Institutes of Health (NIH)
–HHS/Office of Minority Health (OMH)
–Community Health at Drexel University, School of Public Health
PAID
–Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA) Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI)
Mission To build a diverse workforce and cultivate an inclusive workplace to deliver the best services to our Nation’s Veterans, their families, and beneficiaries.
Vision
To be a leader in creating and sustaining a high-performing workforce by leveraging diversity and empowering employees to achieve superior results in service to our Nation and its Veterans.

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PRE-ARRIVAL REQUIREMENTS
•Orientation Session
•Award Letter
•Fellow Guidebook
•W9
•Unexpired Government Issued IDs
•Copyright Form
•Emergency Contact Form
•Official Transcripts
•Health Insurance Verification Form
IN-PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
•Evaluation/Survey
•Milestone Completion Chart
•Updated Biography
•Abstract
•Weekly Lectures
•Literature Review
•Policy Brief
•Seminar Summaries
•Research Paper
•PowerPoint Slides / Oral Presentation
•Pictures
•Updated Resume/CV
•Exit Interview
GFTP REQUIREMENTS

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ELIGIBILITY

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U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Current or recent graduate* student
Good academic standing (as defined by applicant's institution).
English working proficiency (written and oral)
Available for the entire duration of the program
ELIGIBILITY FOR THE HSHPS/VA PROGRAM (PAID)

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ELIGIBILITY FOR ALL OTHER PROGRAMS (UNPAID)
U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Current student or a recent graduate (within three years) of a health or health-related degree
Good academic standing (as defined by applicant's institution).
English working proficiency (written and oral).
Available for the entire duration of the program.

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APPLICATION DEADLINE
Spring: December 1, 2014
Summer: February 1, 2015
Fall: August 2015
NOTIFICATION LETTERS
Spring: January 2015
Summer: April 2015
Fall: August 2015
PROGRAM DATES
Spring: Mid January - Mid May 2015
Summer: June 8, 2015 - August 14, 2015
Fall: Mid September - Mid December 2015
IMPORTANT DATES

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APPLICATION PROCESS

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Summer (Online Application System)
–Part I: Application
–Part II: Letters of Recommendation
–Part III: Additional Documents
Fall and Spring (Apply by email)
–Application Word Document
–Updated Resume/CV
–Unofficial Transcripts
APPLICATION PROCESS

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TIPS FOR A STRONG APPLICATION

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 Relevant experience
 Be concise!
 Provide detailed information
 Ask faculty or peer to review your resume
 List YOUR skills or knowledge
 Review: Regular resume, Federal resume, and Curriculum Vitae (CV)
TIP #1 - RESUME / FED RESUME / CV

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 Answer the three questions!
•Commitment
•What you would like to gain from the experience
•Short and long term goals
oEssay: Max. 1000 words
oShort answers: Max. 400 words per question
TIP #2 - ESSAY / SHORT ANSWERS

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Choose a recommender that knows you well.
Provide recommender with your updated resume/CV, 2-3 skills/knowledge they should highlight on your behalf, your goals and how it ties with the HSHPS GFTP
Concrete examples of your:
Commitment to working with the Hispanic community
Educational and professional aspirations
Why you would be a good fit for the program(s)
TIP #3 - LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

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HSHPS STATISTICS

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2006-2014
Total Placed: 321
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EDUCATIONAL LEVEL
2006 - 2014
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MD
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ETHNICITY
2006 - 2014
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Other
Non Hisp Mix
Hisp Mix
ASI
CAU
AA
PR
Hisp

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YOUR JOURNEY TO SUCCESS STARTS HERE!!!

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CONTACT INFORMATION
PROGRAMS@HSHPS.ORG
WWW.HSHPS.ORG