Overview of College of Allied Health Professions (CAHP) 2008-2009

The College of Allied Health Professions supports Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) in its mission to increase the availability of health care providers to serve the needs of the people living in the western region of the United States. In addition, the College of Allied Health Professions provides educational opportunities for students in a variety of health careers. Classes are offered in an environment intended to foster respect for the uniqueness of humanity. Students are provided with classroom and clinical experiences designed to prepare them to function as competent health care practitioners. There are three academic programs offered in the College of Allied Health Professions: Master of Science in Health Sciences; Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies; Doctor of Physical Therapy. In addition, the College of Allied Health Professions is exploring the possibility of offering a Masters degree in Animal Rehabilitation.

Dean: Bowlin, Stephanie, EdD, PA
Tuition
Accreditation information:
  Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  WASC Substantive Change, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
  Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  

CAHP General statistics

• Total current enrollment: 399
• Average age: 29
• Graduation Rates By Program:
    DPT 93.5%
    MSPA 96.9%
    MSHS 75%
• Board Pass Rates (First-time test takers):
    Physical Therapy Licensure Exam 87%
    Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination 93%