College of Public Health and Health Professions

Established in 1958 as the first college of health professions in the United States, the College of Public Health and Health Professions focuses on the integration of public health problem-solving and individual patient care. To do this, the college fosters collaborations among public health and the health professions in education, research and service.

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 majors in communication sciences and disorders or in health science. Health science specializations include general health science, preprofessional, pre-occupational therapy, pre-physical therapy and pre-public health.

Academic Advising: Review the college website and make an appointment with an academic advisor at 352.273.6400, option 1.

Computer Requirement: Windows operating environment with PowerPoint/Word 2007 software.

Libraries: In addition to the university’s other libraries, students access the Health Science Center Libraries, one of the largest biomedical library systems in the country.

Internships and Career Guidance: College academic advisors and the UF Career Resource Center are available to help with career planning. Shadowing healthcare providers is also encouraged.

Student Organizations: The PHHP College Council and the Health Science Student Organization (HSSO). Most disciplines also have student associations affiliated with their national organizations, including:

• Student Occupational Therapy Association
• Student Physical Therapy Assembly
• American Academy of Physician Assistants Student Academy
• American Medical Association Medical Student Section
• National Rehabilitation Association
• American Student Dental Association
• Public Health Student Association
• National Student Speech, Language and Hearing Association