ACADEMY FOR HEALTH CAREERS

ACADEMY FOR HEALTH CAREERS is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 356 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, ACADEMY FOR HEALTH CAREERS has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **ACADEMY FOR HEALTH CAREERS (AHC)**, located in the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to preparing students for diverse roles within the healthcare industry. As a CTE (Career and Technical Education) focused institution, the school integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with hands-on vocational training, aiming to bridge the gap between high school education and professional clinical or administrative careers. Students typically have the opportunity to engage in coursework related to nursing, medical assisting, or health sciences, often paired with work-based learning experiences that provide real-world context to their studies.

Beyond its technical focus, the academy fosters a supportive environment designed to promote professional responsibility, ethical standards, and empathy—core traits essential for success in the medical field. By emphasizing both classroom mastery and industry-standard skills, the school seeks to prepare its students for immediate entry into the workforce upon graduation or for continued success in post-secondary health programs. Its location on Albany Avenue serves as a key educational resource for the local community, helping to cultivate the next generation of healthcare professionals in New York City.

For more information, contact ACADEMY FOR HEALTH CAREERS at (718) 773-0128 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.