https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/topics/health-workforce-education-and-training Rural Health & Human Services Funding by Topic: Health workforce education and training - Rural Health Information Hub en Copyright 2026 Rural Health Information Hub https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3356 A summer internship for Native American and Alaska Native students who wish to learn more about the federal government and issues affecting tribal and federal relationships. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Morris K Udall and Stewart L Udall Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3356 Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:37:39 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6229 Training opportunities designed to help healthcare teams enhance communication, manage challenges more collaboratively, and effectively implement TeamSTEPPS to improve patient care. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6229 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:58:46 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6435 Monetary incentive for qualified nurses serving as student preceptors in Tennessee. Geographic coverage: Tennessee -- Tennessee Hospital Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6435 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:38:54 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6030 A multi-month educational opportunity designed to provide members of the emergency medical services (EMS) profession in Kentucky with the knowledge and skills necessary to take on significant roles and responsibilities in organizations. Geographic coverage: Kentucky -- Kentucky Office of Rural Health, University of Kentucky Center of Excellence in Rural Health https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6030 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:24:01 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6072 A training for resource professionals to better support rural grocers through business transition. The Rural Grocery Initiative works to support healthy food options, jobs, local tax base, and attraction/retention of residents in rural communities. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Rural Grocery Initiative https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6072 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:37:17 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3527 Loan repayment assistance for specific health professions students who agree to practice in an underserved area of West Virginia upon graduation. Geographic coverage: West Virginia -- College Foundation of West Virginia, West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3527 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:13:07 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4511 Scholarships and professional development opportunities for high school seniors from rural Nebraska who wish to practice in rural Nebraska following the completion of specific health professions educational programs. Geographic coverage: Nebraska -- University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska Medical Center https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4511 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:09:27 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6757 Reimbursement funding to establish new residency programs by facilities operated by Indian Health Service (IHS), Indian Tribes, tribal organizations, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Department of War (DoW), and other healthcare facilities located in areas designated as underserved by VA, including rural and frontier areas. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6757 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6752 A community of practice that will bring representatives from local health departments that support rural communities and areas together to learn, share resources, and support each other in their overdose prevention and response efforts. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Association of County and City Health Officials https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6752 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4638 An annual award for a rural health essay written by a student or recent graduate of any campus of the University of Wisconsin. Geographic coverage: Wisconsin -- Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4638 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:36:26 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4055 Internship opportunity for students studying accredited environmental health academic programs. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Environmental Health Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4055 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:35:36 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4560 A course designed to teach directors, clinic administrators, and other Rural Health Clinic leaders how to operate a successful Rural Health Clinic. Upon course completion and the attainment of an 80% or higher exam score, participants will earn certification. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4560 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:27:51 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4030 Opportunities for health departments to host environmental health student interns. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Environmental Health Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4030 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:03:02 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6275 Grants to plan, implement, and sustain rural primary care residency training programs in Minnesota. Geographic coverage: Minnesota -- Minnesota Department of Health - Office of Rural Health and Primary Care https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6275 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:33:55 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6170 Grants to health professional training sites to add, expand, or enhance rural rotations or clinical training experiences, such as credential or certificate rural tracks or other specialized training. Geographic coverage: Minnesota https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6170 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:25:40 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6742 Funding to support a comprehensive rural healthcare workforce strategy focused on provider recruitment, provider retention, workforce development, mentorship, and healthcare access in rural Hawaii. The program is designed to strengthen Hawaii's healthcare workforce, improve access to care, and support long-term workforce sustainability in rural communities. Geographic coverage: Hawaii -- Hawaii and Pacific Basin Area Health Education Centers, Hilo Benioff Medical Center Foundation, John A. Burns School of Medicine https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6742 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3490 Loan repayment assistance for individuals providing public service in eligible employment fields, serving low-income residents of Maryland. Geographic coverage: Maryland -- Maryland Higher Education Commission https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3490 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:06:33 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4618 Grants to promote and strengthen the ability of Hispanic-Serving Institutions to carry out higher education, applied research, and related community development programs. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4618 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:59:43 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6433 Support for community-driven efforts to implement new public and community health strategies, develop innovative programs and resources to advance Wisconsin's current or future health workforce, and carry out novel efforts to inform policy and practice to advance health in Wisconsin. Successful projects will engage a collaborative team of community and Medical College of Wisconsin partners to demonstrate impact on the community-identified health need during the project period. Geographic coverage: Wisconsin -- Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6433 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:46:23 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5984 Funding to support and encourage underrepresented individuals in California to pursue health careers. Outreach and recruitment in rural and other areas is encouraged. Priority goes to programs that have a high percentage of program sites in Primary Care and/or Behavioral Health Health Professional Shortage Areas. Geographic coverage: California -- California Department of Health Care Access and Information https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5984 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:00:32 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6736 Funding for community-driven maternal and infant health workforce projects in rural Hawaii. Geographic coverage: Eligible rural communities in Hawaii -- Hawaii State Rural Health Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6736 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6372 Technical assistance for rural hospitals to help improve financial stability by enhancing or expanding healthcare services that meet community needs. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Rural Health Resource Center https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6372 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:10:38 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4239 Grants to support registered nurse training programs in California with a focus on registered nurse shortage areas. Geographic coverage: California -- California Department of Health Care Access and Information https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4239 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:18:24 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4474 A multidisciplinary certificate program for health professions students in Virginia that offers opportunities for hands-on training, experience in rural and underserved communities, and networking with other students and professionals. Geographic coverage: Virginia -- Virginia Health Workforce Development Authority https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4474 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:57:28 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4593 Grants to 1890 land-grant institutions to support projects that strengthen the research, teaching, and extension capacity needed to advance fundamental sciences, as well as research and development in support of food and agricultural sciences. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4593 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:36:13 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/1759 Loan forgiveness for resident physicians working in primary care, obstetrics and gynecology, and psychiatry who agree to a continuous 36-month service contract to work in rural areas of Kansas. Geographic coverage: Kansas -- University of Kansas Medical Center https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/1759 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:42:06 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3826 Funding to plan, create, and/or expand residency training programs for primary care physicians in Minnesota. Geographic coverage: Minnesota -- Minnesota Department of Health - Office of Rural Health and Primary Care https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3826 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:59:12 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4722 Grants for non-land grant colleges of agriculture to assist in maintaining and expanding their capacity to conduct education, research, and outreach/extension activities related to food, agriculture, renewable resources, and similar disciplines. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4722 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:48:38 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5141 Funding for CDC staff to be assigned to provide direct, individualized technical assistance, guidance, and coordination for awardees of grants and cooperative agreements made under specific CDC programs. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5141 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:48:40 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6697 An on-demand, 3-part webinar series that explores the critical role of Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) in optimizing revenue and ensuring long-term organizational success. Each session will focus on key RCM activities and share best practices to eliminate inefficiencies, improve reimbursement, and strengthen overall financial performance. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6697 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500