APA Workforce Development Initiative
The APA Workforce Development Initiative supports aspiring psychiatrists with science-focused training, mentorship, and research experiences from high school through residency.
Funder: American Psychiatric Association
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (FLIPP, EPP, RPSP) | March 16, 2026 (Vanguard Resident Fellowship)
Funding Amounts: No direct stipends for FLIPP/RPSP/APP; EPP includes a $500 APA publishing certificate; Vanguard Resident Fellowship includes capstone project funding and travel scholarship.
Summary: Suite of training, mentorship, and professional development programs for aspiring psychiatrists from high school through residency.
Key Information: Program benefits and eligibility vary by academic level; see sections below for details.
Description
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) Workforce Development Initiative offers a comprehensive set of programs aimed at cultivating future leaders in psychiatry. Through experiential learning, mentorship, professional development, and networking, these programs support participants from high school through residency. The initiative seeks to expand the psychiatric workforce, enhance knowledge in mental health and substance use disorder care, and provide career development opportunities for individuals interested in psychiatry.
