College of Public Health and Health Professions
Overview
Established: 1958 as the first college of health professions in the United States; renamed Public Health and Health Professions in 2003.
Location: Health Professions/Nursing/Pharmacy Complex (HPNP), 101 South Newell Drive
Rankings: Highly ranked programs throughout the college
Accredited: The college is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. In addition, all clinical programs are accredited by the appropriate national organization.
Degrees: Bachelor of Health Science degree with a major in communication sciences and disorders or in health science. Health science tracks include Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Professional, General Health Science and Rehabilitative Services.
Academic Advising: Review the college website and make an appointment with an academic adviser at 352-273-6400.
Scholarships and Financial Aid: Eligible juniors and seniors can apply for college scholarships.
Computer Requirement: Windows operating environment with Powerpoint/Word 2007 software.
Library: In addition to the university’s main library, students access the Health Science Center Libraries, one of the largest biomedical library systems in the country.
Internships and Career Guidance: College academic advisers are available to help with career planning. Shadowing health care providers is strongly encouraged.
Student Organizations: College Council, the Health Science Student Organization (HSSO). Most disciplines also have student associations affiliated with their national organizations. Examples include:
| Health Science Specializations |
Admission GPA Minimum |
Degree Awarded |
Minor |
|---|
General
Preprofessional
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Physical Therapy
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Communication Sciences
and Disorders
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First four specializations require:
3.0 tracking GPA
3.0 overall GPA
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Last specialization requires:
2.7 tracking GPA
2.7 overall GPA |
Bachelor of
Health Science |
Yes |