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
Faulkner University Huntsville professor appointed to NASA committee
This month, one of Faulkner University's adjunct professors, Mark McDaniel, was appointed to the Human Exploration and Operations Committee of the NASA Advisory Council. The announcement was made by NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine. McDaniel teaches at Faulkner 's...
Terri Morris uses chemistry degree to vet food for Pizza Hut, Piggly Wiggly
After graduation, Terri Morris began working with Ventura Foods, a company that manufactures margarine for Papa Johns, Pizza Hut, Huddle House and Piggly Wiggly. Her minor in chemistry was an advantage in her role and she returned to school for a Bachelor of Science...
Faulkner's online Master's in Justice Administration ranked 4th nationwide
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Faulkner University was recently ranked 4th in the nation for having the best online Master’s degree program in justice administration. The ranking through Top Criminal Justice Schools, ranked Faulkner first in Alabama and 4th nationwide out of 50...
Owner of Blue Ridge Animal Clinic follows dream after Faulkner
After graduating from Faulkner University in 1996, Kristi Busby's goal was to be a veterinarian. Faulkner prepared her and strengthened her faith for the mission at hand, she said. She is now the proud owner of Blue Ridge Animal Clinic in Montgomery. “I want students...
Susan Hammond introduced as new Department of Computer Science chair
Susan Hammond was introduced this week as the new chair of the Department of Computer Science. Hammond takes over the position from Dr. Idongesit Mkpong-Ruffin, who served as chair for 11 years. Mkpong-Ruffin stepped down as chair to coordinate department efforts in...
Graduate grows her faith at Faulkner, pursues doctorate in neuroscience
A native of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Larissa Strath came to Faulkner in 2012 with a scholarship to play on the women’s soccer team and began studying pre-medicine. Before graduating summa cum laude in 2016 with pre-med and a minor in chemistry, she worked in the...
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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