Marshall University | College of Health Professions

Marshall University’s

College of Health Professions

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Welcome To the college of Health Professions

The College of Health Professions (COHP) is dedicated to the integrity of programs through rigorous professional education and student performance standards.

We encourage faculty participation in societal service, research, and scholarly pursuits and uphold an environment promoting academic

Clinical Lab Sciences

Clinical lab trains skilled lab professionals for quality patient care in healthcare settings.

Communication Disorders

This program prepares students to make positive contributions to the professional community of speech-language pathology.

Dietetics

Dietetics blends food, nutrition, health science for a vital profession. Marshall also offers an RDN path, preparing successful entry-level dietitians.

Health Science

Health Sciences major builds core skills for diverse health careers and prepares students for advanced education.

Public Health

The public health program prepares the public health workforce via education, research, and community engagement.

Kinesiology

Explore body movement, function and injury prevention. Majors include Athletic Training, Biomechanics, Exercise Science.

freedom and shared governance. Additionally, we foster sensitivity to the cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity among our student body, faculty and staff.

Scan the QR code or visit www.marshall.edu/cohp to learn more about our programs.

Nursing

Marshall Nursing aims for global recognition in education, practice, and partnerships, enhancing health across individuals, families, communities, and society.

Physical Therapy

Committed to top-tier physical therapist education, we nurture skilled, ethical therapists. With a 10-year CAPTE accreditation, we’ve produced 280+ licensed therapists to date.

Social Work

Marshall’s Social Work Department offers BSW and MSW degrees, emphasizing communitybased experiences.

St. Mary’s Cooperative Programs

Marshall collaborates with St. Mary’s Center, offering three allied health degrees. Students complete general classes on our Huntington campus and major classes at St. Mary’s.

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Degrees & Programs

Program highlights

Encourages faculty involvement in service to society and the profession.

Provides an environment that is sensitive to a diverse student body, faculty and staff.

Undergraduate Programs

Athletic Training* (B.S.)

Athletic Training Comprehensive*

Pre-Med*

Pre-Physical Therapy*

Pre-Physician’s Assistant*

Biomechanics (B.S.)

Pre-Med

Pre-Physical Therapy

Communication Disorders* (B.S.) ■

CTC Associate Degree to BS RSP* (B.S.)

Dietetics* (B.S.)

Exercise Science (B.S.) ■ Clinical Exercise Physiology

Applied Exercise Physiology

Health Sciences (B.S.)

Medical Imaging* (B.S.)

Cardiovascular/Interventional Advanced Practice*

CT/MRI Advanced Practice*

MI Management Advanced Practice*

RT Completion*

Mammography*

General Sonography*

Cardiac Sonography*

Advanced RT*

Physics*

Medical Lab Technology* (A.A.S.)

Supports the engagement of faculty in research and scholarly activities.

Maintains an environment that provides for academic freedom and shared governance.

Career Opportunities

Completing a degree within the COHP opens a world of career possibilities. With rigorous training and specialized knowledge, graduates are equipped for roles in healthcare, research, administration and more. Whether pursuing clinical practice, community outreach, or leadership positions, our graduates are prepared to make a meaningful impact in the field of health professions.

Medical Laboratory Science* (B.S.) ●

Nursing* (A.S.N.)

Nursing* (B.S.N.)

BA/BS to BSN Option*

RN Option* ● Respiratory Care* (B.S.)

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Social Work (B.S.W.) ■

Pre-Health Professions Certificate, Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Minors

Health and Wellness

Engineering Science

Graduate Programs

Athletic Training (Professional) (M.S.)

Athletic Training (M.S.)

Biomechanics (M.S.)

Sports Sciences

Communication Disorders (M.S.)

Dietetics (M.S.) ●

Exercise Science (M.S.)

Athletic Training

Cardiometabolic Rehabilitation

Exercise Physiology/ Human Performance

Nursing (M.S.N.) ●

Family Nurse Practice

Nursing Administration

Nursing Education

Nursing Midwifery

Psychiatric Mental Health

Nurse Practitioner

Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

Public Health (M.P.H.)

Social Work (M.S.W.) ● Advanced Standing Behavioral Health Administration

Doctoral Programs

Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) ◆

Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

■ Program is also offered as a minor.

● Program offered as either campus or Distance Learning Program.

◆ Program is offered by distance learning only.

*Admission to Marshall University does not guarantee admission to the programs denoted by asterisks. Please request specific information about these programs, including additional admission requirements, by contacting that department.