Health Professions Career Fair
Is a Health Career in Your Future?
Don't miss this opportunity to meet with admissions representatives from a variety of health professions graduate schools!
Thursday, April 24, 2008
10:00 am to noon
Firstenburg Student Commons (VFSC)
Open to the public
Free parking available, to be announced
Campus Map, Location and Directions
Event Flyer (PDF)
Representatives will be on hand to share information
about the following professional areas of study:
- Allopathic Medicine (M.D.)
- Biosciences (M.S.)
- Chiropractic Medicine (D.C.)
- Dental (D.D.S.)
- Medical Technology (M.T.)
- Naturopathic Medicine (N.D.)
- Nursing (R.N.)
- Nutritional Medicine (R.D.)
- Occupational Therapy (O.T.)
- Optometry (O.D.)
- Oriental Medicine
- Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
- Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
- Physical Therapy (P.T.)
- Physician Assistant (P.A.)
- Podiatry (D.P.M.)
- Public Health (M.P.H.)
- Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.)
2008 Participants:
· AT Still University of Health Sciences
About: Home of the world's first osteopathic medical school, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine was established in 1892. A renowned, multidisciplinary healthcare educator, ATSU instills in students the knowledge, integrity, compassion, and hands-on experience needed to address the needs of the whole person. The most recent addition to the University is the School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona. Additionally, ATSU comprises the online School of Health Management, the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health, and the Arizona School of Health Sciences which trains Physician Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, advanced Athletic Trainers, and Audiologists.
Areas Represented: Physician Assistant Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Audiology, Graduate Athletic Training, Dentistry, Osteopathic Medicine
·Bastyr University
About: Bastyr University, located north of Seattle, Washington, is one of the world's leading academic centers for advancing knowledge in the natural health sciences. A twenty-five-year pioneer in natural medicine, Bastyr continues to be in the forefront of developing the model for 21st century medicine.
Areas Represented: Naturopathic Medicine, Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, Nutrition, Health Psychology, Herbal Sciences, Exercise Science & Wellness
· Clark County Public Health - Emergency Preparedness and Response
About: In the event of a terrorism incident or other emergency in Clark County, our public safety and health officials are prepared to quickly respond to protect you and your family. If a bioterrorist event or other major emergency occurs in Clark County, the public would be informed through the news media, and the Clark County Web site regarding the best steps to take to protect one's health.
Areas Represented: The Medical Reserve Corps is a group of trained volunteers providing emergency preparedness information to the community & help during emergencies & disasters.
· Cleveland Chiropractic College
About: With 60,000 chiropractors seeing nearly 27 million patients each year, chiropractic is the most widespread natural approach to health care used in the United States. Whether choosing to become a Doctor of Chiropractic, obtaining a degree in Human Biology or Biological Sciences, or completing pre-professional coursework for other health careers, Cleveland Chiropractic College will offer you a strong foundation of knowledge and expertise.
Areas Represented: Doctor of Chiropractic, Bachelor of Science in Human Biology, Associate of Arts in Biological Sciences, Master of Science in Health Promotion
· Creighton University
About: Our doctoral programs - occupational therapy, pharmacy, and physical therapy - take an innovative, clinically-focused, interdisciplinary approach to education. Our goal is to educate the total person - mind, body, and spirit - with an emphasis on moral values and community service. It's about more than career training. It's about serving patients. Restoring health. Changing lives. Health care is a serious career, perhaps a lifelong calling. If this strikes you as the kind of place where you could thrive, we invite you to learn more.
Areas Represented: Doctor of Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy
· Hawaii Pacific University
About: Hawai'i Pacific University is more than an excellent university with outstanding and rigorous academic programs, an ideal location, faculty who are well-respected in their fields, students from all over the world who come to learn in a multicultural environment, and a service orientation emphasizing individualized attention to each student. It is also a comprehensive university offering a number of unique experiences, events, and traditions for its students, faculty, and staff as well as the community.
Areas Represented: Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Social Work
· John Hopkins University School of Nursing
About: The mission of the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing is to provide leadership to improve health care and advance the profession through education, research, practice, and service. Faculty and graduates of the School will set the highest standards for patient care, exemplify leadership, be sensitive to changing societal needs for nursing care, be sensitive to changing societal needs for nursing care, be committed to health care for all individuals and populations, and provide a positive and innovative force in the evolution of the nursing profession and the changing health care system.
Areas Represented: Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice
· Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions
About: We are a professional association providing information or services on the admission school process & admission tests including MCAT, DAT, OAT & NCLEX.
Areas Represented: Test Preparation Services
· Lake Erie College
About: The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine offers the best choices to prepare the next generation of health care professionals. LECOM offers a choice of campuses in Erie, Pennsylvania and Bradenton, Florida; a choice of careers in medicine or pharmacy; and your choice of student-centered learning styles for medicine: traditional, problem-based learning, independent studies and a three-year Primary Care Scholars Pathway. The School of Pharmacy provides a choice of a year-round, three-year pathway in Erie; or the traditional four-year pathway in Bradenton. The LECOM Post Baccalaureate Program opens opportunities in science and related fields for college graduates. The courses enhance basic science credentials of students interested in medical college or pharmacy school.
Areas Represented: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Pharmacy
· Life Chiropractic College West
About: Life Chiropractic College West, which offers a Doctor of Chiropractic degree, is located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. The College provides solid academic and clinical experience, featuring an integrated emphasis on chiropractic philosophy and technique. Students may complete the program in as few as 12 quarters, with extended academic programs of up to 14 quarters available.
Life West students are trained in over 12 different techniques through its core and elective programs. Equipped with a strong background in the sciences, a deep understanding of the chiropractic philosophy, and training in leading techniques, Life graduates become well-prepared for a career in chiropractic health care.
Life West is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the Council on Chiropractic Education, an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Areas Represented: Chiropractics
· Midwestern University: Glendale, AZ Campus
About: At Midwestern University's Glendale campus, you'll benefit from a wealth of academic and clinical resources. We concentrate on your professional health care education - and you'll have ample opportunity to put that knowledge into practice at a wide variety of clinical sites serving diverse populations of the area. Across campus and around the state, you'll find dedicated health practitioners ready to develop you as a valued professional colleague.
Areas Represented: Pharmacy, Physician Assistant, Dental Medicine, Podiatry, Occupational Therapy, Osteopathic Medicine
· National College of Natural Medicine
About: Along with exceptional academic instruction, programs at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine (NCNM), the oldest accredited naturopathic college in North America, offer unique clinical experiences caring for underserved populations. Students are drawn to the warm, accepting and supportive culture at NCNM, which is reflected in Portland, Oregon's surrounding physical and social environment. In addition to offering one of only 2 or 3 programs available in Classical Chinese Medicine, instruction at NCNM is surprisingly more affordable than most Naturopathic Schools and Chinese Medicine Schools in the country.
Areas Represented: Naturopathic medicine, Classical Chinese medicine
· Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
About: As one of the oldest Oriental medicine colleges in the United States, Oregon College of Oriental Medicine has 25 years of experience teaching, guiding and advancing wellness. We balance that rich history with modern innovation and discovery, leading to new holistic health care solutions and a unique integration with Western medicine. For our students: We combine a rigorous academic program of learning and experience with an emphasis on energy cultivation and balance. We offer a master's degree in traditional Oriental medicine and a doctoral degree for licensed acupuncturists.
Areas Represented: Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
· Oregon Health & Science University School of Science and Engineering
About: OGI offers advanced research and graduate education in science, engineering and technology management. As part of Oregon Health & Science University, OGI contributes to industry and the regional economy by responding to important human and environmental health needs.
Areas Represented: Biomedical engineering, Healthcare Management, Bioscience Management, Biomedical Computer Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
· Oregon Health & Science University Division of Physician Assistant Education
About: The OHSU PA Program was established in 1995 with the mission of preparing physician assistants to provide primary care services to rural and urban medically underserved communities. The Program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). The Program graduated its first class in September, 1997. In the spring of 2001, the PA Program became a free-standing Division within the School of Medicine. The OHSU PA Program is a 26-month, full-time course of study leading to a Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree. A class of 36 students is accepted each year with classes starting in June. The didactic phase of the Program is 12 months; the clinical phase lasts 14 months.
Areas Represented: Physician's Assistant Program
· Oregon Health & Science University School of Nursing
About: Welcome to the Oregon Health & Science University School of Nursing. The School is dedicated to excellence in nursing education through lifelong learning; compassionate, high-quality care of individuals and communities; and the comprehensive pursuit of knowledge and discovery. Discover your passion for nursing at OHSU. OHSU is focused on one central goal: improving the well-being of all Oregonians. OHSU educates health and high-technology professionals, scientists and environmental engineers, and it undertakes the indispensable functions of patient care, community service and biomedical research. No other institution in the state is quite like OHSU. It touches the life of everyone in Oregon. Appropriate technology to support the school is important. SON provides a variety of excellent technology options for enhancing course delivery, remote meetings, and encouraging nationwide research collaboration. These include online course support, virtual storage and meeting spaces for faculty and research, two way web conferencing, and a statewide shared and nationally federated learning object repository.
Areas Represented: Nursing (Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Science (MS), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Philosophy(PhD)), Master of Public Health
· Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
About: The mission of Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine is to provide men and women with a scholarly medical education and training of osteopathic principles, to encourage research, to promote lifelong scholarly activity, and to serve the Pacific Northwest through educational experiences within the 5 -state region, leading to an increase in the number of osteopathic physicians practicing in rural and underserved areas.
Areas Represented: Osteopathic Medicine
· Pacific University
About: Encompassing the Schools of Dental Health Science, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies and Professional Psychology, Pacific University's College of Health Professions prepares its students to provide compassionate delivery of exemplary healthcare for a diverse population in a changing healthcare environment.
Areas Represented: Optometry, Pharmacy, Physician Assistant Studies, Physical Therapy, Dental Hygiene, Professional Psychology, Healthcare Administration, and Occupational Therapy
· Samuel Merritt College
About: Samuel Merritt College, originally founded in 1909 as a hospital school of nursing, is a fully accredited health sciences institution located in Oakland, California. Samuel Merritt offers undergraduate degrees in nursing and graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, physician assistant, podiatric medicine, and occupational therapy. The baccalaureate nursing program is offered cooperatively with Saint Mary's College of California in Moraga. Samuel Merritt College is an affiliate of Sutter Health and Alta Bates-Summit Medical Center.
Areas Represented: Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy, Podiatric Medicine
· Southern California College of Optometry
About: Southern California College of Optometry - our name tells you where we are geographically, but that's only part of our story. Great year-round weather and fantastic natural resources create a wonderful environment for learning and personal growth. Add to the mix a world-renown didactic and clinical optometric education program, a faculty of leading optometric practitioners, educators and researchers; and a supportive academic atmosphere, and the choice is clear - the Southern California College of Optometry is right for you!
Areas Represented: Optometry
· Southern California University of Health Science
About: For nearly a century SCU has trained men and women for successful and significant careers in patient care. Our rigorous, hands-on approach to education has led to unparalleled recognition by accrediting agencies and tremendous success for alumni in their careers. We have the curriculum, faculty, and facilities necessary to help you evolve into the natural healer you long to be. SCU is located on a beautiful 38-acre campus in Whittier, California, about 20 miles Southeast of Los Angeles and on the border of Orange County. Students enjoy a quiet suburban atmosphere and the advantages of being near a large city.
Areas Represented: Chiropractic Medicine, Acupuncture, and Oriental Medicine
· Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
About: SCNM offers a four-year professional medical degree in Naturopathic Medicine accredited by the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education (CNME) and The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Graduates are educated in the same basic sciences as MDs, including natural therapeutics and nontoxic approaches to therapy with an emphasis on disease prevention and optimizing wellness. The beautiful campus is home to the Southwest College Research Institute (SCRI), and the Southwest Naturopathic Medical Center is located in nearby Scottsdale.
Areas Represented: Naturopathic Medicine
· Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
About: Podiatric medicine is the branch of medicine concentrating on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of problems and diseases of the foot, ankle and lower extremity. A practitioner in this field is a D.P.M., Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, also known as a podiatrist, and is recognized legally and professionally as an integral member of the health care team. In the health care system of today, it is important to focus on the whole patient, rather than an isolated medical problem. Podiatric medicine is no exception. Serious problems of the foot or lower extremity can adversely affect the overall health and well-being of a patient. Conversely, a systemic disease or disorder, such as diabetes mellitus or cardiovascular disease, may manifest itself first through potentially serious foot problems. These complex interrelationships demand a skilled practitioner, educated to detect and treat a variety of related diseases. One of the most important choices involved in a commitment to life as a doctor is the choice of specialty. We feel that podiatric medicine is a choice from which you will reap a variety of benefits for many years. Podiatric medicine includes a variety of specialties such as orthopedics, surgery, sports medicine, pediatrics, diabetic foot care and geriatrics.
Areas Represented: Podiatry
· United States Air Force
About: Education is of the utmost importance in the Air Force. Whether you are still in medical school, or are continuing your education and training, we will make sure you have the resources and tools to meet your goals. We believe continuing your education, training and experience is an indispensable component of the Air Force profession - critical to the successful accomplishment of the Air Force mission. This is why we will support your continuing education units and training with funding and scheduling. You'll also have the option to mentor others in your field and participate in humanitarian missions around the world. The Air Force has programs that can assist with, or completely cover, the cost of your education.
Areas Represented: Medical school, Dental school
· United States Navy
About: Scholarship opportunities for Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, Pre-Nursing and Pre-Allied Health (Pharmacy, Health Care Administration, Physician Assistant, etc). Employment opportunities with a competitive medical and dental coverage for you and your immediate family, sign-in bonus, tax benefits and more.
Areas Represented: Pre-medical, Pre-dental, Pre-nursing, Pre-allied health
· University of Portland School of Nursing
About: The University of Portland School of Nursing has a proud 70-year history of educating outstanding nurses. Nationally, the University of Portland School of Nursing is recognized as a trend-setter and leader in nursing education. Our faculty has a passion for teaching and a vision for a transformed health care system of the future. We are aware of the dynamic nature of health care and the knowledge explosion in the health sciences and keep current with the expanding knowledge of nursing. We believe that a broad, well-rounded liberal arts education best prepares students for the dynamic and constantly changing nursing profession. We pride ourselves on being on the cutting edge of nursing education as we prepare entry-into-practice and advanced nurses who will make a difference in the quality of health care.
Areas Represented: Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Alternate Entry Master's in Nursing, Clinical Nurse Leader, Doctor of Nursing Practice, RN to MS
· University of the Pacific - Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
About: Located on the campus of the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, our school's pharmacy and health science programs are accredited by the respective national accreditation entities. We provide an outstanding academic environment that combines didactic and experiential learning as a focal point for our students. We hold academic affiliations with major medical centers, teaching hospitals, and related practice settings in support of our educational programs. We prepare our students for lifelong success in health careers by providing an excellent student-centered learning environment. Our students develop leadership skills and a strong commitment to their professions and to society. We support outstanding professional and graduate teaching, research and other scholarly activities, and services as a means of achieving our mission.
Areas Represented: Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences
· University of Puget Sound School of Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy
About: The School of Occupational Therapy at the University of Puget Sound offers high quality educational opportunities at the master's level for individuals seeking to become an occupational therapist (entry level) as well as for occupational therapists who seek to advance their knowledge and skill level (post-professional level). Our entry level program is a two-and-one-half year, master's level course of study for entry into the profession. Our post-professional Master of Science in Occupational Therapy degree is for therapists with a BSOT or equivalent degree and can be completed in one year of full time study. One of three graduate programs at the University of Puget Sound, the School of Physical Therapy offers a three-year program leading to a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. At Puget Sound, you will get to know your professors and fellow students well in classes that are always small. You will work with professors whose top priority is mentoring students, and you will have ample opportunity to hone your clinical skills in a series of clinical experiences that are designed to make the most of your learning.
Areas Represented: Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Physical Therapy
· University of St. Augustine
About: Located on Florida's pristine northeast coast since 1991, the University of St. Augustine (USA) has established a reputation for providing an educational experience that prepares health care providers for career success.
Areas Represented: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy
· University of Washington - Health Services Administration
About: The University of Washington Master of Health Administration programs provide integrated, applied, and competency-driven management education for future leaders of clinically-driven business enterprises and health systems. The MHA Program emphasizes integration of core management and transformational leadership concepts, theories, competencies, and skills. It prepares students to apply these integrated competencies and skills within clinical processes and within health-related business enterprises and systems. The MHA Program prepares students for continuous improvement of this skill set within a career context. MHA graduates are committed to achieving organizational excellence, sustainability, and accountability within dynamic community health systems and competitive market environments. They are also committed to serve as community and industry leaders.
Areas Represented: Healthcare Management/Administration (MHA Program)
· Western States Chiropractic College
About: The WSCC philosophy of chiropractic is based on the concept that the human body has recuperative, self-healing capabilities, and that there is a correlation between skeletal structure and optimum bodily function. The interdependence of structure and function, and the relationship between the nervous system--particularly the spine--and the rest of the body is the core element of WSCC's approach to healing and wellness. This indicates that the first line of intervention for conservative care is to assure biomechanical integrity, with pharmaceutical and/or more invasive care (e.g., surgery) being utilized only after conservative options have been employed.
Areas Represented: Doctor of Chiropractic
· Western University of Health Sciences
About: The College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific has developed the Northwest Track (NWT) in response to numerous calls and requests from Northwest facilities, physician groups, and students. COMP has set aside 30 seats in each class for students who permanently reside or possess a degree from a four-year college or university in the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Alaska. By contract, these students will complete their first two years of basic sciences at COMP's campus in Pomona and then return to the Northwest for their required third- and fourth-year clinical clerkships.
Areas Represented: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
· WSU Vancouver Nursing
About: The BSN for Registered Nurses program is designed for RNs with an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from a community college or a diploma in nursing from a hospital-based nursing school. A flexible program designed to meet the needs of working nurses; RN students learn new techniques and improve essential skills. The program consists of four semesters of full-time study; part-time options are available. Additional study options are available for RNs who are also seeking a graduate degree in nursing.
Areas Represented: Registered Nursing to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN), Master in Nursing