Summer Research Training Institute
Summer Research Training Institute for American Indian and Alaska Native Health Professionals
June 15 - July 2, 2009
Portland, OR
Who Should Attend?
Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of professionals who work in diverse areas
of American Indian and Alaska Native health...from administrators to community health
workers, physicians, nurses, researchers, program managers...almost anyone who works in
Indian health care and wants to take advantage of new skill-building opportunities. Because
our courses emphasize research skills and program design and implementation, those
professionals who seek training opportunities related to research will find relevant courses
in this program. Applications from American Indian and Alaska Native health professionals
are strongly encouraged, although we seek applications from others who are interested in
Native health issues, as well.
How much does it cost?
Tuition is charged for each course offered and varies by course. The cost of each course is
listed in this brochure. Tuition scholarships are available for American Indian and Alaska
Native trainees and Tribal Epi Center Employees. To apply for a tuition scholarship, please
include proof of tribal enrollment or a letter of support from your tribe with your registration
form. Tuition checks should be made payable to: Northwest Portland Area Indian Health
Board (Summer Institute).
Travel Scholarships
A few travel scholarships (up to $1,000) are available on a first-come, first serve basis for American Indian and Alaska Native trainees. Priority will be given to students.
To apply for a travel scholarship, please complete the Travel Scholarship Application form.
Course and Registration Information
Click on the link below to view/download/print the brochure (with course descriptions and schedules)- this link will not register courses.
2009 Summer Institute Brochure
If you are ready to register, you should click on the “Click here to Register!” button below (course descriptions are listed during the registration process).
For more information:
Luella Azule or Nichole Hildebrandt
Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board
527 SW Hall, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97201
Tel: 503-228-4185 Fax: 503-228-8182
E-mail:
Or visit http://www.npaihb.org/training/page/summer_research_training_institute
