Inside Higher Ed: A College for Health Care Apprentices
A recent article by Colleen Flaherty, senior editor at , highlights the launch of the (ACH). Created in partnership with the and Reach University, ACH brings Reach’s Apprenticeship Degree to behavioral health, beginning with a Washington pathway that prepares candidates for careers as Substance Use Disorder Professionals and leverages the Training Fund’s deep industry experience.
The article frames ACH as part of a larger conversation about college affordability, degree value, and whether higher education is creating realistic paths for working adults preparing for essential care professions. For Reach, the launch of ACH reflects a broader effort to make degree pathways more affordable, practical, and more closely aligned with workforce needs.