The University of South Florida (USF) works closely with the the University of Puerto Rico, University of Florida, the University of Miami, Florida A & M University, and the University of the Virgin Islands to develop AETC programs. A network of training partners provide faculty and clinical training sites throughout the region.Major funding for the AETC is provided by the U.S. Public Health Service's Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) DHHS-HAB Grant No. 6 H4AHA00049.