College of Health Sciences
The future of health science careers starts at Faulkner.
Learn more about the unique educational environment in Faulkner’s health sciences majors on our Montgomery, Alabama, campus.
graduate Programs
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
The mission of Faulkner University’s Department of Speech Language Pathology is to prepare students, through excellence in instruction, research, and clinical practice, to be leading speech-language pathologists who glorify God by serving others.
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
The mission of the Faulkner University Physician Assistant program is to train competent and caring medical professionals, in a Christian environment, to address the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of individuals in the communities where they live and work.
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Every course and clinical experience challenges students to think critically, reflect on the concepts they’re learning, and grow as physical therapy practitioners, lifetime learners, and Christians.
Doctor of Occupational Therapy
Faulkner University’s OTD program aims to become a leader in occupational therapy by graduating compassionate professionals, fostering distinguished faculty, promoting research excellence, and serving the community through outstanding therapy services.
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences
Our Ph.D. in health sciences trains students to be competent and compassionate professionals proficient in contemporary practices of their fields while being grounded in the Christian faith.
Doctor of Health Science
Our fully online doctoral program examines in detail the current state of local and global healthcare so that graduates can analyze scenarios and help organizations find the best solutions to healthcare challenges.
Undergraduate Programs
Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences (BSHS) program with a Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) track offers a comprehensive foundation in the health sciences.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The School of Nursing is designed to equip future nurses with the knowledge, skills, and compassion needed in today’s dynamic healthcare environment, as the hands and feet of Christ.
CHS RESOURCES
CHS 2025 Calendar
CHS Professional Programs Three-Year Calendar (2025–2028)
CHS Graduate Student Handbook
Student Handbook Acknowledgment
Student Professionalism Infraction Form
CHS NEWS
Physician Assistant Program Earns ARC-PA Accreditation-Continued Status
Faulkner University’s College of Health Sciences is proud to announce that its Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (PA) program has been awarded Accreditation-Continued status by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant...
Drew Teel’s Path to Becoming an Eagle Â
Drew Teel’s connection to Faulkner University began early. His parents, Willie Teel and Pam McCormick Teel, attended Alabama Christian College, which later became Faulkner University. Drew fondly remembers his childhood experiences on campus, including nights spent at...
Faulkner University Confers Honorary Doctorate on Cecil May Jr.
Faulkner University awarded an honorary Doctor of Christian Education to Cecil May Jr. at his home in Montgomery on Friday. The ceremony was attended by Faulkner President Mitch Henry, Dr. Dave Rampersad, and several deans, faculty members, and university leaders. A...
Faulkner University’s Nursing Program Signs Enrollment MOU With Southern UnionÂ
Faulkner University and Southern Union State Community College (SUSCC) have signed a Concurrent Enrollment Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Faulkner's new nursing program. This agreement, finalized last week, will provide students with a seamless transition from...
A Football Family, The Woodason Brothers Â
Three of the four Woodason brothers wore Faulkner Eagles blue football jerseys, while the fourth brother, Seth, wore the black and gold of Harding University. Matt Woodason, who initially chose Lipscomb University over Faulkner, shared how his grandfather,...
The Borens: Athletes, Coaches and Spouses Â
Boren family; Ashlyn Crawford, Charlie Boren, Linda Boren, Meagan Smith, Blake Boren, Amanda Boren. Amanda Pence Boren and Blake Boren have deep ties to Alabama Christian Academy and Faulkner University, with Amanda’s connection extending through both athletics and...
Faculty & Staff Directory
Brent Phillips
Simulation Center Technician in CHS
Cassie Boyd
Dean of CHS and Professor
Cody Thomspon
Director of the Associate and PhD in Health Sciences
Deet Scott
Associate Professor in The MPA program
Holly Free
Associate Dean/Associate Professor, College of Health Sciences
Jeffrey Williams
Dissertation Director and Associate Professor
Julie Clark
Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology
Lindsay Walters
Instructor and Clinical Lab Coordinator
Lindsay Wynn
Director of Simulation Center & PATH
Lora-Emily Banks
Director of PA Program
Megan Smithson
Director of Admissions, CHS
Nate Stanton
Assistant Professor of Master of Physicians Assistant
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