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
Supporter Spotlight: Martha Grubb
l-r Martha and Mitch Grubb Sometimes blessings bloom out of sorrow and sometimes new love is found when it is least expected. If you had told that to Martha Grubb three years ago when she lost her husband Mitch Grubb, she may not have believed such was possible. Now,...
MBA Program Helps New Dad Finish his Degree
Max Tunstill Max Tunstill thought he would have to withdraw from Faulkner’s Executive Master of Business Administration program and finish it at a later date following the birth of his daughter in November of 2020. He had just started his second course of the program...
When to Consider an Online Associate Degree
Enrolling in an associate degree program is often a sensible next step for high school graduates, professionals who are seeking a change of pace, or others who want to begin a new career. Now more than ever, earning this degree online has become widely available,...
Meet the Faulkner Film Society
The Faulkner Film Society was founded to create an environment of entertainment and interaction on campus for students beyond the classroom. Jason Jewell of Faulkner’s humanities department began the Faulkner Film Society approximately sixteen years ago. “I was...
Elementary Ed to the Navy: Zanesha Rhodes’ Journey to Becoming a Child Advocate
Zanesha Rhodes poses in her graduation regalia outside Johnson Hall, where she spent much of her time as a College of Education student. Even though 22-year old Zanesha Rhodes is the youngest of her siblings, she has a fighting spirit and a desire to protect the ones...
CJ program prepares graduate for Homeland Security role
Crystal Gregory Homeland Security Forensic Interview Specialist, Crystal Gregory graduated from Faulkner University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree and is now employed with the United States Department of Homeland Security’s Homeland...
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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