阿拉莫大学 Training Nurses from Mexico to Fill SA Needs

十大网赌正规网址官网区 and Tecmilenio announce the launch of "The International Nursing Pathway by 十大网赌正规网址官网区 and Tecmilenio.” This pathway is a groundbreaking cross-border collaboration between the educational institutions, designed to train qualified nurses from Mexico and Latin America and prepare them to take the NCLEX exam.

The self-directed educational program will empower bilingual nurses working in Mexico and Latin America to accelerate the upskilling of healthcare workers, 提供跨国家的专业流动性. The international program was created with the engagement of the Methodist Healthcare System, which plans to hire nurses who complete the program.

Considered the second-largest private employer in 圣安东尼奥, 卫理公会医疗中心有超过13名员工,500人, 包括3,500名各科医生. Ongoing shortages in the healthcare industry represent a promising opportunity for Mexican nurses.

This program is anticipated to serve 100 Mexican nurses during the first year. Through this groundbreaking collaboration, 阿拉莫大学 will:

• Build a Pathway to Fulfill Private Sector Needs in the Region: This comprehensive pathway program is designed to train qualified nurses from Mexico to work in the U.S. and be hired by Methodist Healthcare to work in 圣安东尼奥. 
  
  
• 跨越国界弥合劳动力差距: This training includes providing bilingual learners with cross-cultural competencies to work successfully in the U.S. This program will bridge the workforce gap by utilizing talent from around the world.
  
  
• Leverage Micro-Credentials to Build an Innovative and Replicable Program:程序的结构, 由微证书和数字徽章组成, allows for easy adaptation across different sectors, making it a model for future cross-border educational and workforce development initiatives. 

"Our partnership with Tecmilenio provides aspiring nurses with agile and effective training,十大网赌正规网址官网地区校长博士说. 迈克•弗洛.

”在一起, we will offer a high-quality program that enables Mexican nurses to practice in the United States. This collaboration provides us with a unique opportunity to address workforce challenges on both sides of the border through targeted educational initiatives."

Nursing represents the largest healthcare profession. 根据德州卫生与公众服务部, the state anticipates future shortages in most nursing roles. The quality of healthcare and 圣安东尼奥’s access to it could be at risk due to a nationwide nursing shortage.

As our population ages and the demand for health care continues to grow, the number of nursing school graduates is not matching demand. The launch of The International Nursing Pathway by 阿拉莫大学 and Tecmilenio is a substantial opportunity for the healthcare sector. It will provide new employment opportunities – marking an important step in bridging the gap between professional credentials across borders.