Function:

"(1) Develops the IHS program to recruit, select , assign and retain health care professionals in accordance with policies and guidance provided by the Division of Personnel Management; (2) assesses IHS professional staffing needs; (3) provides research and analysis functions for Chief Medical Officers, Clinical Directors and senior clinicals; (4) manages and supports health professions education programs and activities; and (5) develop and administer Indian Health Professions programs"

The Division of Health Professions Support (DHPS) Service Center is made-up of two Sections:

Loan Repayment Section - provides for the repayment of health professions educational loans for a two-year service obligation

Scholarship Section - provides scholarships to American Indian/Alaskan Native (AI/AN) health professionals