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Quick Reference Guide to COVID-19 Links

Quick Links, FAQs and Resources Reentry Protocol FAQs EAP COVID-19 Resources Training Brochures & Flyers Coughing and Sneezing Etiquette Social Distancing Stay Home from Work When Sick PPE Donning Stop the Spread Full Face Shield Disinfection Questions: Email reentry@usa.edu and 1-855-GOUSAHS

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Communicable Diseases Reporting and Response Procedure

The University is committed to providing its employees, students, visitors and contractors with a safe working environment that is free of health hazards, inclusive of communicable diseases during a pandemic. USAHS assigns the highest priority to assess, minimizing, and managing the risks to the broader community of being exposed to pandemic diseases. Policy The University

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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Granted Candidacy Accreditation for New Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program in Dallas

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) for its new Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program being launched at USAHS Dallas campus*. USAHS is now accepting applications to the DPT program, which will launch in Dallas

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Congratulations to the Inaugural Cohort of SLP Graduates

On April 24, 2020, the inaugural cohort of the Master of Science Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program graduated from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS). “Congratulations to the MS-SLP inaugural graduating class. You have studied diligently online, on-campus, and in clinical settings,” MS-SLP Program Director, Dr. Kathy Wheat said. “You are academically and

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Showcasing OT Fieldwork Experiences

Prior to the COVID-19 outbreak, Master of Occupational Therapy and Doctor of Occupational Therapy students at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences St. Augustine campus were completing their level II fieldwork rotations. “These fieldwork experiences provide a bridge between academics and clinical practice,” Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and OT instructor Dr. Patricia Palomar, OTD,

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Double Robots Are Now On All USAHS Campuses

  USAHS now has a Double 3 telepresence robot from Double Robotics on each of our five campuses. Faculty across programs can begin using this cutting-edge technology in their simulation classes in our Centers for Innovative Clinical Learning (CICPs), as well as other learning contexts. The Double 3 telepresence robot is a recent advancement in

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USAHS In Role of Thought Leader at Simulation Conference

USAHS faculty and staff led a robust schedule of presentations at the International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH) 2020. Sixteen of our faculty and staff members participated in eight presentations at this renowned annual simulation conference in San Diego, which took place January 18–22. Faculty presented about the variety of ways they are using

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Dr. Maureen Johnson: Head of Classification for Adaptive Surfing

Brings OT expertise to the International Surfing Organization    Our very own Maureen “Mo” Johnson, PhD, MS, OT/L, assistant professor of OT on USAHS’ San Marcos campus, is a leader in the world of adaptive surfing. As Head of Classification for the International Surfing Association (ISA), she sets standards for how adaptive surfers with varying

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Coronavirus Travel Information

USAHS Guidance on Travel All students and employees who have traveled (either business or personal) since February 15, 2020 should complete and submit a travel history form. The University has enacted guidelines limiting all non-essential travel until the coronavirus outbreak has been stabilized. All non-essential travel can be replaced by utilizing teleconference technology available to

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