Application Requirements
We run two program cohorts each year and can accept two residents for each cohort.
- Spring cohort (program dates Apr 1-Mar 31): Applications are due September 15th each year. Residency starts on April 1st that year.
- Fall cohort (program dates Oct 1-Sept 30): Applications are due on March 15th each year. Residency starts on October 1st that year.
- All non-US citizens are required to have proper visas allowing for completion of the full, one-year residency program. MHMMC cannot sponsor visas.
- Applicants must be eligible to graduate or has graduated from an accredited ACNP/AGACNP or PA program
- All applicants who are already licensed must hold an unencumbered license
The following documents are required for application:
- General application form
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of intent
- 2 letters of recommendation (i.e. Preceptor, Program Faculty or Director, Supervisor)
- Official transcripts are required upon completion of graduate program and prior to starting residency – Please send an unencrypted PDF of your transcripts.
- If you are a current student, please send a copy of your transcript that reflects your most recent student status – Please send an unencrypted PDF of your transcripts.
Please email supporting documentation to:
Angela Leclerc, MSPA, PA-C
Program Director
Angela.Leclerc@mainehealth.org
Christina Bshara
Program Coordinator
christina.bshara@mainehealth.org
MaineHealth values diversity in different racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds as well as age, gender identity, disability and years of experience in the health care field.
Stipend and Benefits
![A diverse group of residents stand together outside](https://assets.mainehealth.io/s3fs-public/styles/callout_feat/public/imported_images/MedEd-DEI-FCO-370x248.jpg?h=8b193c57)
MaineHealth Maine Medical Center is committed to sustaining a welcoming, respectful, equitable and inclusive medical training environment.
![Portland, Maine](https://assets.mainehealth.io/s3fs-public/styles/callout_feat/public/imported_images/Life-in-Portland-Hero-1920x600.jpg?h=a612ed85)
Called the “Jewel by the Sea” by its celebrated native, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Portland combines vibrant city life with natural beauty and abundant recreation opportunities.
![Wellness FCO](https://assets.mainehealth.io/s3fs-public/styles/callout_feat/public/2023-10/Wellness%20FCO%20370x248_0.jpg?h=8b193c57)
It's important to take good care of yourself during post-graduate training so you can fully fully participate in your education and patient care.