Rural Workforce Development

Since 2021, RHA has assisted more than 300 aspiring healthcare professionals seeking certification and employment and more than 700 students in goal setting, healthcare careers, and communication skills. 

Professions Supported:
   - Community Health Workers
   - Doulas and Certified Lactation Consultants
   - Peer Recovery Specialist
   - Medical Assistants
   - EMS Technician
   - Certified Nursing assistants... and more!

Apprentice Sponsorships

RHA serves as an Apprenticeship Sponsor, acting as liaison between TN Department of Labor and the employer, for organizations establishing Apprenticeship programs for Community Health Workers, Workforce Development Specialists, Nursing Assistants, Medical Assistants, and Dental Assistants.

Beth Keylon, BS Workforce Development Director

Maddy Rymer, MHA Workforce Development Coordinator

Christy Belong Workforce Development Coordinator

Workforce Readiness Program- K-12 and Community Partnerships

Schools in rural communities offering RHA's Workforce Readiness Curriculum may be eligible for incentives to teach the program.

Click here if you are interested in utilizing RHA's Workforce Readiness Curriculum. 

Rural Health Apprenticeships in the Spotlight

• Behavioral Health Workforce Workgroup Report published by Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and Tennessee Division of TennCare
• Department of Labor Recognizes RHA Apprenticeship Program
• Amerigroup Donation Benefits two West Tennessee Organizations