Resources for Clinical Trainees
VA oversees the largest health professions training program in the nation. Each year, over 100,000 medical and associated health students, residents and fellows receive some or all of their clinical training in VA facilities through affiliations with over 1,200 educational institutions including 112 medical schools.
Clinical Training at VA:
Residencies, Fellowships, Internships, Students
VA facilities around the country have affiliation agreements with universities, colleges and medical schools.
Check with the program coordinator at your school to see if they have an agreement with VA for your clinical training program.
Learn more about:
- Medical and Dental Education Programs
- Associated Health Education Programs
- Advanced Fellowships and Professional Development Programs
- Training Program Announcements
Application Forms
Application Forms must be completed by all clinical trainees. Some forms are required of all trainees. Additional forms may be required depending on your clinical training program.
See your local program coordinator to find out which forms are required.
Learners' Perceptions Survey
The Learners' Perceptions Survey asks all of our clinical trainees to rate their VA training. As you come to the end of your training rotation at VA, your program coordinator will ask you to take this anonymous survey. Your feedback will help us identify areas of excellence and areas where we need to improve.
Mandatory Training
Mandatory Training is required for all clinical trainees. This online course covers a wide range of topics, including: VA's Mission, safety, information security, privacy, ethics, health records, VA Career opportunities, and more.
VHA National Core Collection of Online Services
- VHA National Desktop Library Website
- Athens Remote Access - Most library resources can be accessed remotely through this link. Note: This service requires a username/password and you must be on the VA network to register for remote access.
CPRS Tab by Tab
The Computerized Patient Record System. To take the course, you will have to first register with MyVEHU by clicking on the link below.
- CPRS Tab by Tab Training This version of the training is based on CPRS version 27
Military Health History Pocket Card
The Military Health History Pocket Card is issued to all clincal trainees. This card gives an overview of health issues of particular concern to our Veteran patients. The card and website include links to valuable information on those issues.
See your local VA program coordinator to receive your card.
Resident Supervision Pocket Card
The Resident Supervision Pocket Card is issued to each physician resident. It includes tips and requirements on documentation in the patient health record.
See your local VA program coordinator to receive your card.
VA Career Opportunities
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to your questions.
