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
Karen Pirtle, Four-Time Teacher of the Year Recipient, Honored
Karen Pirtle Faulkner College of Education graduate, Karen Pirtle is making a difference in her classroom and her efforts have not gone unnoticed as she has been named Teacher of Year not once, not twice, but four times. She has been an educator for 33 years with the...
Founders Day: The Greer Family and their Love for Christian Education
Beau Greer and Joy Greer accept a special Alabama Clay Eagle in honor of their family on Founders Day. Over 100 years ago, a humble wagon train lumbered down from the hills of Tennessee to the virgin forests of Elmore and Montgomery Counties along the Alabama River as...
Strategies to Overcome Challenges With Online Discussion Boards
Students engaged with online degree programs understand there are challenges inherent in discussion boards. However, these can be effective tools that allow students to participate in classroom discussions and provide deeper engagement with faculty members. By making...
Faulkner University Confers Honorary Doctor of Ministry to Dr. Fred Gray
Faulkner University Confers Honorary Doctor of Ministry to Dr. Fred Gray. Faulkner University President Mitch Henry and Faulkner leadership conferred an Honorary Doctor of Ministry to Dr. Fred Gray during the university’s spring commencement ceremony on May 4, 2024....
Tips for Building a Relationship With Faculty in Online Degree Programs
When students are at the beginning of their educational journey, they don’t always realize that long-lasting connections with faculty members are important. As students make progress toward advanced degree programs or start applying for jobs in a new field, letters of...
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Delivers Faulkner University’s Commencement Address
Gov. Kay Ivey addresses graduates on May 4, 2024. MONTGOMERY, Ala. - More than 100 Faulkner University students had the special privilege of having Alabama Governor Kay Ivey deliver their commencement address at Saturday’s graduation ceremony. Ivey’s speech was a part...
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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