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
Essential Skills for Pursuing an Online Human Resources Degree
Human resources (HR) is a crucial business department that involves managing employees from the moment they apply for an open position to their last day at the company. The primary goal of an HR rep is to support employee recruitment, retention, and productivity. An...
Faulkner Benefit Dinner Headlining Nick Saban Highlights Adoption and Foster CareÂ
Faulkner University recognized more than 135 foster and adoptive parents, as well as individuals working at foster and adoption agencies, during its annual Benefit Dinner on Oct. 3, 2024. Former Alabama coach Nick Saban headlined the sold-out event. Before the Alabama...
Faulkner Unveils The Stumbaugh School of Risk Management & InsuranceÂ
l-r Bud Stumbaugh and President Mitch Henry. l-r Ken Harris Jr. and Guy Milner Faulkner University announced the creation of The Stumbaugh School of Risk Management & Insurance (RMI) within its Harris College of Business through support and a historic gift from...
ACA’s John Dockins Earns Distinguished Alumnus Honor
Faulkner alumnus John Logan Dockins has worked at Alabama Christian Academy (ACA) for nearly a decade as a teacher and a coach and his stellar abilities has earned him both Teacher of the Month and Coach of the Year recognitions and a promotion. He was recently named...
Sensitive Topics Covered in Online Criminal Justice Studies
Criminal justice is the system of laws, procedures, and institutions that ensure justice is served. It includes the police, courts, and correctional facilities, and works to maintain and uphold law and order. The criminal justice system has evolved to...
Careers for Someone with a Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies
Physician assistants have a surprising number of career paths available to them. While you may associate the title with hospitals and operating rooms, this isn’t always the case. Faulkner University is a Christian liberal arts school based in Alabama. Here, we explore...
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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