This dynamic two-day event brings together key partners to strengthen the Montana healthcare talent pipeline through creative solutions and career-connected learning. 

Don’t miss keynote speakers Lisa Walden of Good Company Consulting and Hollis Salway of Denver Health! They will discuss generational differences in the workplace and the power of engaging youth and young adults in talent pipelines.

We invite healthcare professionals and providers, higher education staff and faculty, secondary educators, and community partners to join.

Why should healthcare providers attend?

• Discover proven workforce solutions – Learn from healthcare leaders, peers, and partners across Montana about innovative work-based learning strategies that strengthen the healthcare workforce pipeline.
• Expand your talent development strategy – Hear from national and local experts who have successfully engaged youth and young adults in physical and behavioral health careers through effective workforce programs.
• Understand the return on investment – Explore practical approaches for designing high-impact experiences that deliver measurable value for your organization and community.
• Leave with a clear action plan – Gain clarity on legal requirements, Montana opportunities, and next steps for hosting learners and building successful workforce pathways.

What will secondary and post-secondary professionals gain from this conference?

• Build strong healthcare career pathways – Discover strategies to connect students to high-demand healthcare careers.
• Expand work-based learning opportunities – Learn practical approaches for integrating meaningful experiences that benefit students, employers, and your program.
• Stay current on health science workforce trends – Explore emerging industry needs and resources that prepare students for success. Secondary teachers can earn OPI renewal units.
• Build valuable partnerships – Connect with healthcare providers, educators, post-secondary partners, and industry leaders.

This conference is hosted by the Work-based Learning Collaborative in partnership with Montana Primary Care Association.

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