About Us
Mid-Carolina Area Health Education Center, Inc. (AHEC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to strengthening the healthcare workforce throughout central South Carolina—particularly in rural and underserved communities. Since 1976, we’ve served as a vital link between academic institutions and local communities, delivering high-quality education, training, and recruitment programs that:
- Inspire students to pursue health careers
- Connect healthcare professionals with the communities that need them
- Enhance access to quality healthcare across our region
As one of four regional centers within the South Carolina AHEC System, Mid-Carolina AHEC proudly serves an 11-county region with a strong emphasis on primary care workforce development and long-term retention. We provide three core services designed to support and grow the healthcare pipeline:
- Continuing Education – Offering professional development opportunities for healthcare providers to maintain licensure and improve patient care.
- Health Professions Student Support – Coordinating clinical education placements and resources to help health professions students succeed.
- Health Careers Exploration – Engaging middle school, high school, and college students with programs that promote health career awareness and readiness.
Our Mission Statement
Mid-Carolina Area Health Education Center (AHEC) connects students and professionals with the tools, training and resources necessary to develop an effective healthcare workforce, with a focus on primary care for rural and underserved areas.
Our Counties
- Aiken
- Cherokee
- Chester
- Fairfield
- Kershaw
- Lancaster
- Lexington
- Newberry
- Richland
- Union
- York
