Our Objective
Our scholarship programs are designed to reduce barriers to higher education and professional development, especially for those pursuing careers in healthcare, community services, and culturally responsive care. We are committed to building a stronger, more inclusive healthcare workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve.
Health Care Interpreter Scholarship Program
The Health Care Interpreter (HCI) Scholarship Program is designed to increase access to culturally and linguistically appropriate care by supporting bilingual individuals to become Oregon Qualified or Certified HCIs.
This scholarship covers the full cost of the Oregon Health Care Interpreter Association (OHCIA) 60-hour training program and the required language proficiency exams. Eligible applicants must be 18 years or older, have a high school diploma or GED, be actively serving our members, and meet language proficiency requirements.
Questions? Contact us at UHQualityImprovement@umpquahealth.com.
Young Children Workforce Development Scholarship Program
Umpqua Health is committed to improving screenings, assessments, and therapeutic services for young children birth to five through our contracted providers. Providers interested in completing training(s) to increase capacity, skills, and knowledge in treating children birth to five, please review our Workforce Development Program Flyer to learn more about available training options. Then submit the appropriate registration form below, based on your provider type.