SPARK (Short Program for American Indian Alaska Native Knowledge) is a free, online 4-week course that raises awareness of American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) health disparities and public health needs, while promoting interest in the graduate-level Certificate in American Indian and Alaska Native Health program at the Centers for American Indian and Alaska Native Health.
This course was developed to provide accessible education to diverse audiences, fostering understanding and partnerships to address health disparities, while supporting University of Colorado’s strategic goals.
SPARK is intended for students (high school and up), university faculty and staff, alumni, state agencies, public health workforce, community members, and others. The content is tailored for a broad educational level.
The course is conducted virtually via Zoom and is offered twice yearly (Fall & Spring). SPARK follows the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus’s Mini Med School as a model.
Topics are adapted from the Certificate in American Indian and Alaska Native Health program to provide a high-level overview of AIAN health issues and include:
Timeline
Fall 2025 courses will begin October 2025.
Spring 2026 courses will begin TBD.
Complete this interest form to let the SPARK team know you would like to participate in this course.
Want to learn more about SPARK?
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