ECHO Camp: Exploring Careers in Healthcare

The Exploring Careers in Healthcare Opportunities (ECHO) program at Western Missouri Medical Center is a week-long camp designed for current high school students who are interested in learning more about careers in healthcare. ECHO Camp provides an immersive experience through job shadowing, hands-on activities, and interactive learning led by WMMC healthcare professionals.

Participants will gain exposure to a variety of healthcare departments, including:

Emergency Department
Obstetrics
Diagnostic Imaging
Laboratory Services
And many more!

2026 Camp Dates & Times

Two sessions will be available in 2026:

June 8–12
July 20–24

Camp sessions are held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Western Missouri Medical Center.

Who Can Participate?

ECHO Camp is open to current high school students who want to explore healthcare careers in a real-world medical setting. Space is limited, and sessions fill quickly.

Application Information

Applications for the 2026 ECHO Camp are not yet open.

The application window will open on March 30, with a submission deadline of April 10. Due to limited availability, interested students are encouraged to plan ahead and apply early once applications open.

When available, applications can be submitted online at wmmc.com/ECHO.