History: School of Allied Health Professions

The School of Allied Health Professions was established by the Board of Supervisors April 2, 1970, and became operational July 1, 1970.  The school comprises the following departments: Cardiopulmonary Science, Clinical Laboratory Sciences which includes Medical Technology and Ophthalmic Medical Technology, Communication Disorders, Interdisciplinary Human Studies, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and Rehabilitation Counseling.  Baccalaureate degrees are offered in Cardiopulmonary Science, Medical Technology, Ophthalmic Medical Technology, and Rehabilitation Services.  The Department of Communication Disorders offers a Master of Communication Disorders degree and a Doctorate of Audiology degree.  The Department of Occupational Therapy offers the Master of Occupational Therapy degree.  The Department of Physical Therapy offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, and the Department of Rehabilitation Counseling offers the Master of Health Sciences degree in Rehabilitation Counseling.  A Master of Health Sciences degree is offered for allied health professionals wishing to obtain graduate-level credentials in advanced clinical skills with an emphasis on generating research-based evidence to support and enhance clinical practices.

All educational programs of the School have been approved by the appropriate State agencies and have received full accreditation by the appropriate credentialing body.