The Office for Healthcare Workforce (OHW) provides an organizational home and analytic resources for research focused on the various aspects of the healthcare workforce in South Carolina.
(2019-10) South Carolina Office for Healthcare Workforce
This report reviews the success of the J-1 Visa Waiver program (Conrad 30) in South Carolina between 1995 and 2018. A total of 485 physicians have been sponsored in the state with the majority (81%) staying in state to practice beyond their initial obligation period.
(2019-06) South Carolina Office for Healthcare Workforce
This report showcases the entry-level educational pipeline for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), Advanced EMTs and Paramedics in South Carolina. Focused on the 2017-18 academic year, the report summarizes student admissions and enrollments and the number graduated during that year. Program directors also report on their need for faculty and instructors.
(2018-12) South Carolina Office for Healthcare Workforce
The South Carolina EMS Association and the SC Office for Healthcare Workforce conducted a survey of EMS agencies in the state to learn how the demand for EMS personnel is changing and whether or not the available supply is sufficient to meet employers' needs. Results indicate that some employers are experiencing high vacancy rates.