Clinical Trainee Resources
Department of Veterans Affairs conducts an education and training program for health professions students and residents to enhance the quality of care provided to our Veteran patients.
Policy & Tools
Policy Updates
Office of Academic Affiliations manages the development of the policies related to VA's clinical training programs.
About OAA
As one of four statutory missions, the Department of Veterans Affairs conducts an education and training program for health professions students and residents to enhance the quality of care provided to Veteran patients within the Veterans Health Administration healthcare system. In accordance with this mission, "To educate for VA and for the Nation", education and training efforts are accomplished through coordinated programs and activities in partnership with affiliated U.S. academic institutions.