FACES Summer Medical Academy (Samuel Merritt University)
A two-week, in-person summer program at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland exposing high schoolers (15+) to medicine, nursing, and allied health through clinical skills training, anatomy workshops, and patient simulations, with certifications in Stop the Bleed and opioid overdose intervention.
Registration for this year's program is now full. In order to join the waitlist, please complete the following form.
Applicants will be contacted in the order received if spots become available.
Dates: June 15- 26, 2026 Times: 9:00am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday
How to Apply
- Complete the waitlist application form online
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