2026 Central Ohio Healthcare Summit
Hosted by the Healthcare Career Collaborative of Central Ohio
Dates
Wednesday, Apr. 29 & Thursday, Apr. 30
Location
Ohio Expo Center – Lausche Building
717 East 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211
The Central Ohio Healthcare Summit is a hands-on, immersive experience designed to introduce high school students to in-demand healthcare careers across the region. Hosted by the Healthcare Career Collaborative of Central Ohio, the Summit connects students with healthcare professionals and educators through interactive learning and real-world career exploration.
About the Summit
The Central Ohio Healthcare Summit brings together students, educators and healthcare professionals for an engaging learning experience. Students rotate through interactive stations, participate in hands-on demonstrations and explore healthcare career pathways available in Central Ohio.
The Summit is designed to build awareness and help students better understand education and training options for careers in healthcare.
What Students Experience
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Hands-on demonstrations led by healthcare professionals
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Interactive career exploration stations
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Exposure to medical equipment and simulated environments
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Conversations with educators and industry professionals
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Insight into education pathways and next steps
Career Pathways
Students explore a range of in-demand healthcare careers, including:
Medical Lab Technology
What to Expect
The Summit provides a guided experience for students. Participation is coordinated through schools, and students will receive a Know Before You Go packet with important event details to help them prepare.
Sessions are interactive and educational, allowing students to explore multiple career pathways while learning directly from professionals working in the field.
Summit FAQs
Who can attend the Summit?
The Summit is designed for high school students and coordinated through participating schools across Central Ohio.
How do students register?
Student participation is managed through their school. Schools provide registration details and event information directly to students.
What information will students receive before the event?
Prior to the Summit, students will receive a Know Before You Go packet with important details to help them understand what to expect and how to prepare.
Are meals provided?
Lunch is provided for educators, staff and healthcare professionals supporting the event. Meals are not provided for students.
Is parking available?
Complimentary parking is available for school buses. Event staff and healthcare participants receive parking instructions prior to arrival.
About the Healthcare Career Collaborative of Central Ohio
The Healthcare Career Collaborative of Central Ohio works to strengthen the region’s healthcare workforce by connecting students, educators and healthcare employers. Through partnerships and career exploration initiatives, HCCOCO supports clear pathways into healthcare careers across Central Ohio.
Additional event details and school-specific information will be shared directly with participating schools.
