Our Mission

The School of Allied Health Professions (SAHP) at LSU Health New Orleans is 
committed to educating and empowering the future healthcare workforce by 
leading advancements in education, research and scholarship, clinical 
service, and leadership. 

The Programs We Offer

The LSU Health New Orleans School of Allied Health Professions offers 
undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs designed to 
prepare students for rewarding careers in today's evolving healthcare 
landscape. 

Undergraduate Programs
  • Respiratory Therapy — Bachelor of Science (BS)  
  • Cardiovascular Sonography — Bachelor of Science (BS)
  • Medical Laboratory Science — Bachelor of Science (BS)
Master's Programs
  • Speech-Language Pathology — Master of Communication Disorders 
    (MCD)  
  • Counseling — Master of Health Sciences (MHS)
  • Occupational Therapy — Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
  • Physician Assistant Studies — Master of Physician Assistant Studies 
    (MPAS)
Doctoral Programs
  • Audiology — Doctor of Audiology (AuD)  
  • Physical Therapy — Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Through rigorous coursework, clinical education, research, and experiential 
learning, students develop the knowledge, technical skills, and professional 
competencies needed to provide exceptional patient care and become 
leaders in their chosen healthcare professions. 

Additional Academic Opportunities

In addition to our degree programs, the School of Allied Health Professions 
offers educational pathways that support students at every stage of their 
academic and professional journey. 

Allied Health Transfer Pathway Programs

Our Transfer Pathway Programs provide students with a seamless path to 
selected Allied Health degree programs. Students complete prerequisite 
coursework at a participating college or university before transferring to LSU 
Health New Orleans for the professional phase of their education. 


Current Transfer Pathway Programs include: 
  • Medical Laboratory Science  
  • Respiratory Therapy  

Learn more about our Transfer Pathway Programs

Counseling Certificate Programs

The Counseling Program also offers five post-baccalaureate and post
master's certificate programs for current counseling students and counseling 
professionals seeking advanced training in specialized practice areas. 

Available certificate programs include: 
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling Certificate  
  • Rehabilitation Counseling Certificate  
  • Marriage & Family Counseling Certificate  
  • School Counseling Certificate  
  • Play Therapy Certificate  


These non-degree certificate programs provide advanced education in 
specialized areas of counseling. Upon successful completion, participants 
may pursue credentialing through the appropriate professional board or 
certifying organization. 

Learn more about Counseling Certificate Programs