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Student Affairs and Engagement

UT Southwestern School of Health Professions is committed to the recruitment and retention of students from all backgrounds.

Student Affairs and Engagement in SHP

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Innovative Training

Interprofessional Clinical Training

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Physician Assistant Training
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Clinical Nutrition Lab
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Physical Therapy Lab
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Opportunities Across Our Institution
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Prosthetics-Orthotics Fabrication
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Basic Life Support Training
 
 

88% of Faculty are Practicing Care Providers

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Simulated Preclinical Training
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Interprofessional Symposium
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High Quality Mentorship
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One-on-One Faculty Mentoring
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Individualized Attention
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Physician Assistant Preclinical Training
 
 

A Well-Rounded Curriculum for Your Foundation of Success

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Interprofessional Development
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Assessment Training
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Authentic Patient Interaction
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Smaller Class Sizes
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Hands-On Training
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Design and Fabrication Skills
 
 

100% Employment of Graduates within 6 Months

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Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Placement
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State-of-the-Art Clinical Skills
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Applied Clinical Experience
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Evidence-Based Practice
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Leading-Edge Training
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Patient-Centered Care
 
 

School of Health Professions

Advancing Health Care Delivery

Doctor of Applied Clinical Research

The Doctor of Applied Clinical Research Program provides rigorous training for health professionals who aim to pursue careers as independent clinician investigators.

Doctor of Physical Therapy

UT Southwestern’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program transforms dedicated students into expert physical therapists prepared to serve the health care needs of their communities with excellence.

Master of Prosthetics-Orthotics

Our Master of Prosthetics-Orthotics Program gives students world-class training in one of health care’s most fascinating and rewarding professions.

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

UT Southwestern’s Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program prepares exceptional students for one of health care’s fastest growing and deeply rewarding careers.

Master of Clinical Nutrition – Coordinated Program

The Master of Clinical Nutrition – Coordinated Program gives students world-class training in a profession that helps people improve their health and enhance their lives.

Master of Science in Nutritional Health

The Master of Science in Nutritional Health program is a fully online course of study in advanced nutrition topics to prevent and manage disease, as well as optimize health through food and nutrition strategies.

Master of Science in Genetic Counseling Program

The Master of Science in Genetic Counseling Program empowers successful students to earn a Master of Science in Genetic Counseling while providing preparation for the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) examination.

Master of Science in Health Informatics Program

The Master of Science in Health Informatics program will provide students with the interpersonal, cognitive, analytical, and applied skills needed to thrive in the field of health informatics.

Prosthetics-Orthotics Residency

The UT Southwestern School of Health Professions Prosthetics-Orthotics Program offers a one-year residency program in prosthetics or orthotics that meet the standards of the National Commission of Orthotic and Prosthetic Education.

Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency

The Department of Physical Therapy offers a one-year Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Sports Physical Therapy Residency

Our Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program is ideal for licensed physical therapists who are motivated to achieve a higher level of training and expertise.

Neurological Physical Therapy Residency

The Department of Physical Therapy offers a one-year Neurological Physical Therapy Residency Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Prosthetics-Orthotics Review Course

Distance continuing education courses are for prosthetists, orthotists, board exam candidates, therapists, medical residents, or any health care professional with an interest in prosthetics and orthotics.

Camp John Marc

From a unique facility in Bosque County, Texas, Camp John Marc creates high-quality, year-round camping experiences for chronically ill and disabled children and their families.

 

State-of-the-Art Clinical Facilities

 
 

Low Cost, High Quality Living

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Dallas

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Tuition & Fees

that are nationally competitive

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Easy Access

Centrally located travel hub

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Lower Cost

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