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Company Research Report: University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS)



Company Overview



  • Name: University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS)

  • Mission of the Company: The mission of USAHS is the development of professional health care practitioners through innovative, individualized, and quality classroom, clinical, and distance education.

  • Founded: Originally in 1979 as the Institute of Physical Therapy by Dr. Stanley Paris.

  • Key People:

  • Vivian Sanchez: Chancellor & CEO

  • Dr. Christopher Wise: Program Director, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program

  • Dr. Meghan Savage: Director, Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) master's program

  • Dr. Gabriel Somarriba: Program Director for the Physical Therapy program, Miami Campus Director

  • Headquartered: San Marcos, California

  • Number of Employees: No information is available.

  • Revenue: No information is available.

  • Known For: USAHS is known for its innovative healthcare programs, hands-on learning, clinical simulation laboratories, and a variety of health sciences degree offerings.


Products



  • Products Offered:

  • Occupational Therapy Programs: Prepare students to become OT practitioners with leadership skills in the OT profession.

  • Physical Therapy Programs: Immersive community programs that emphasize clinical excellence.

  • Nursing Programs: Graduate programs designed for working nurses with one-on-one support.

  • Speech-Language Pathology: Provides training in various speech pathology career paths.

  • Health Administration and Education Programs: Offering advanced degrees like Doctor of Education, Master's of Health Administration, and continuing education.


  • Key Features:

  • Hands-on practice and clinical experience.

  • One-on-one coaching and support from expert faculty.

  • Cutting-edge tools and state-of-the-art learning technologies.

  • Scholarship opportunities for academic and personal achievements.

  • An extensive alumni network for mentorship and career connections.


Recent Developments



  • New Programs and Developments:

  • Expansion of Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) Program to Florida and California campuses.

  • Launch of innovative programs to address healthcare industry shortages in fields like occupational therapy and nursing.

  • Recent Partnerships:

  • Continued collaboration with partners to enhance clinical placements and educational experiences.

  • Participation in national and international conferences by faculty, integrating latest developments into curricula.


  • Recent Features and Initiatives:

  • Pro Bono Neuroplasticity Clinic to aid students and children with cerebral palsy

  • Geriatric Simulation programs for empathy training in the Miami campus

  • Development programs aimed at healthcare worker shortages in the Austin campus, including new leadership appointments.




This report aims to provide an encapsulated view of USAHS, highlighting its innovative contributions to healthcare education and ongoing expansions across its campuses to cater to growing demand in the health sciences sector.