The Occupational Outlook Handbook estimates that employment in the health and human sciences areas is expected to grow either faster or much faster than average through the year 2005. Within the health disciplines, accreditation is one measure of the quality of an educational program. Various professional accreditations are held by the majors within the college. Because programs offered within the departments and schools are in high demand, admission to most majors is competitive.
Students have an equal opportunity to earn their way into programs by their academic performance.
The college has five dedicated teaching laboratories on campus and over 400 external practicum sites. Virtually all of the graduates from the health and human sciences programs are employed before or shortly after graduation. Faculty in the college are experienced and committed to excellence in teaching. Many are recognized at the national as well as local levels for their accomplishments in professional practice. They are distinguished teachers whose knowledge of the professions in classroom and clinical environments is exceptional.