Academics
The Departments of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Kinesiology, Physician Assistant Studies and Physical Therapy make up the School of Health Professions. Explore our departments today.
Samford University's School of Health Professions is home to four academic departments, which comprise of five undergraduate majors and three graduate degree programs.
Communication Sciences and Disorders
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Samford University prepares students for careers in speech-language pathology. The program offers a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disordersand a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology, including a fast-track option that allows qualified students to earn both degrees in less time. Classroom learning is combined with hands-on clinical experience to prepare students for certification and practice.
Kinesiology
Kinesiology is the study of human movement and its impact on health and quality of life. The Department of Kinesiology prepares students for careers in health, fitness and sports. Undergraduate degrees include Exercise Science (Pre-Physical Therapy), Health Sciences, Sport Administration, and Sports Medicine. The department also offers a Master of Science in Performance and Applied Sport Science. A fast-track option is available in the Exercise Science/Physical Therapy program, allowing students to earn both a bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Physical Therapy in less time.
Physician Assistant Studies
The Department of Physician Assistant Studies prepares students to become skilled, compassionate physician assistants ready to serve in a variety of health care settings. The program offers a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS), combining rigorous classroom instruction, laboratory work and hands-on clinical rotations to equip students with the knowledge and practical experience necessary for certification and practice.
Physical Therapy
The Department of Physical Therapy prepares students to become skilled, compassionate physical therapists ready to improve the health and quality of life of their patients. The program offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), combining classroom instruction, laboratory work and hands-on clinical experiences. A fast-track option is available for qualified students in the Exercise Science/Physical Therapy program, allowing them to earn both a bachelor’s degree and the DPT in less time.
