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Join the next generation of healthcare heroes

Change Lives. Start Here.

Do you have a passion for helping others and a desire to make a real impact on the world? Are you a team player who thrives in collaborative environments? If you answered yes, then a career in allied health could be your calling.

The College of Allied Health Sciences at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÆØÁÏ is Georgia's only health sciences college at an academic health center. We offer a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs designed to train the next generation of highly skilled healthcare professionals.

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College of Allied Health Sciences

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Launch Your Rewarding Healthcare Career at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÆØÁÏ's College of Allied Health Sciences

The healthcare industry is booming. As our population ages and faces more chronic conditions, the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts an 18% growth in healthcare jobs by 2026. Be a part of the solution! At 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÆØÁÏ's College of Allied Health Sciences, we train the next generation of healthcare heroes – therapists, technicians, administrators, and more – the very foundation of modern medicine.

Our forward-thinking curriculum integrates the latest advancements in medicine, research, and technology, ensuring you graduate with the most sought-after skills. We're not just keeping pace, we're leading the way. Over the past decade, we've expanded our graduate programs by 250%, fostered a thriving clinical mission, and tripled our research initiatives.

At 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÆØÁÏ, your education goes beyond textbooks. We pioneered interdisciplinary and distance learning, offering flexible options to fit your needs. Gain invaluable hands-on experience through clinical placements across Georgia. Our dedicated faculty will mentor you, preparing you to confidently excel in your chosen healthcare field.

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College of Allied Health Sciences

 Health Sciences Campus

706-721-2621

706-721-7312

cahs@augusta.edu

Departments

The College of Allied Health Sciences offers comprehensive undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, see what our departments have to offer.

Allied Health Professions

Dr. Gregory Passmore, Chair

Allied Health Professions

Nutrition & Dietetics

Dr. Raymond Chong, Chair

Nutrition & Dietetics

Medical Illustration

Amanda Behr, Chair and Program Director

Medical Illustration

Occupational Therapy

Dr. Pamalyn Kearney, Chair and Program Director

Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy

Dr. Colleen Hergott, Chair

Physical Therapy

Physician Assistant

Lisa Daitch, Chair

Physician Assitant

Speech-Language Pathology

Joann Denemark, Program Director

Speech-Language Pathology
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Featured Program

Speech-Language Pathology, MS

The new Master of Health Science in Speech-Language Pathology offers an unparalleled educational experience for aspiring speech-language pathologists (SLPs). This full-time, lock-step program is the only one in the University System of Georgia affiliated with an academic health center, ensuring a deep connection between theory and real-world practice. The curriculum boasts unique offerings like the SLPP 6000 Anatomy of the Head and Neck lecture/cadaver lab, which provide invaluable hands-on learning opportunities. Students hone their clinical skills using advanced FEES and Voice Lab equipment, and gain practical experience at the state-of-the-art Interdisciplinary Simulation Center.

The application window will open July 15, 2025 for a Fall 2026 start date. 

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Scholarships

The College of Allied Health Sciences is pleased to offer several scholarships to our undergraduate and graduate students.

The criteria for each fund is determined by the donor and is available upon inquiry. The availability of funds is variable. Students seeking financial assistance should complete an application form at the Financial Aid Office as well as provide required information specific to the scholarship.

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Learning Like No Other

The College of Allied Health Sciences at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÆØÁÏ trains and educates today’s health care professionals: the therapists, technicians, administrators, managers and assistants who are the backbone of our country’s health care workforce.

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