Non-academic activities in which students participate include skills for survival, field trips to area health care facilities, drug and alcohol abuse workshop and field trips, and rap sessions with role models, i.e. practicing professionals and medical students. Students who successfully complete this post-baccalaureate program are offered admission to the School of Medicine with the institution's next entering class. The Health Sciences Enrichment Institute strengthens students academic competencies in science, mathematics, English and reading in order for them to pursue pre-medical courses. The Health Sciences Enrichment Institute is an eight-week summer program during which time students focus on skill development activities in reading and communication, and attend instruction in mathematics, English, biology, physics, and chemistry. Note taking and test taking strategies, listening, stress management and time management are also part of the program.
Students also develop skills in the areas of learning, problem solving, and personal development.
The project provides preliminary education and retention activities, and facilitates entry into programs of Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy Assistant, Dental Hygiene, Health Services Organization and Policy, Physician Assistant, and Medical Technology. Study skills and social and academic development are emphasized. Professional mentoring and hands-on experience in clinical setting are built into the curriculum. Faculty in the College of Health Professions interact with and give presentations to SEP students as do currently enrolled HCOP students. Enrichment activities strengthen self-confidence and academic success.