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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
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
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,
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
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
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
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
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Now Accepting DPT Applications in Dallas
USAHS hosted an on-site candidacy visit for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, and applications are provisional while the Accreditation Candidacy Application is under review. The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) took the next major step in seeking accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) for its
New Survey Reveals Top Winter Injuries and Sources of Pain for Americans During Holiday Season
If you have experienced an injury or suffer from pain during the winter months, you are not alone. A new survey by the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) found that half (50%) of Americans experience pain during the holidays. Of those who responded, more than two thirds (71%) say pain makes it
HURRICANE DORIAN UPDATE
HURRICANE DORIAN UPDATE #9 THURSDAY 9/5/2019 – 12:00 pm EDT St. Augustine Campus The St. Augustine facilities will reopen for normal operations on Friday, September 6th. New Student Orientation has been rescheduled to Sunday afternoon, September 8th with student check-in starting at 1:30 pm to complete logistics requirements and the program will begin promptly at
Updated Accreditation Candidacy Status for Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology Program
The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program (MS-SLP) at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) has been granted updated Accreditation Candidacy status from the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. CAA, upon board review, approved this change in accreditation status to launch