Academics

The College of Health Professions offers 13 academic degrees through a variety of program formats, including entry-level, post-professional, residential and hybrid. Our programs are renowned for the quality of the curriculum and our award-winning faculty, with many ranking among the top 20% of programs according to U.S. News & World Report.

Our college is the largest in terms of student numbers and has the most diverse program offerings of any college at MUSC. We offer bachelor's, master's, doctorate, and Ph.D. degree programs through traditional and online/hybrid education as well as certificate programs and physical therapy residency education.

Admissions

Program prerequisites, application deadlines, and admissions information varies by program. Select your program of interest below to learn more.

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Online & Hybrid Programs

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BS in Healthcare Studies

This online bachelor’s degree is designed for transfer students as a pathway to graduate school and health care career advancement. Learn more.
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MS in Extracorporeal Science

The Master of Science in Extracorporeal Science (MS-ECS) provides students with the cognitive knowledge and application of extracorporeal technology.
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Exec. Master in Health Admin.

The Executive MHA program develops working health care professionals by providing the needed knowledge and skills for advancement in the health care industry.

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MS in Health Informatics

Explore the growing field of health informatics. Study the collection, organization, and application of information in health care and medical research.
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Doctor of Health Admin.

Ambitious health care professionals are given the opportunity to turn prior experience into opportunities to teach, shape public policy, and lead organizations.
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Anesthesia for Nurses (DNAP)

A post-master’s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program for CRNAs that already hold a master’s degree in nurse anesthesia or a related field.
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MS Perfusion Post-Professional

A post-professional master’s degree designed for practicing perfusionists that already hold a bachelor’s degree in cardiovascular perfusion or a related field.
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Occupational Therapy Doctorate

This post-professional occupational therapy doctorate program is an advanced clinical degree for OTRs with goals of educational and professional advancement.
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MS in Genetic Counseling

The Master of Science in Genetic Counseling program is an online hybrid program that prepares students to be capable of practicing in a variety of settings.
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Hybrid DPT

The Hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is designed to give you a dynamic online learning experience combined with engaging hands-on clinical labs.
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Hybrid OTD

Our innovative Hybrid Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program combines virtual learning with immersive, hands-on clinical lab activities.

Clinical Programs

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Anesthesia for Nurses

Prepare for a career as a Certified Register Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). Earn a post-baccalaureate or post-master’s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice.
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Cardiovascular Perfusion

Perfusionists operate life support devices to support patients’ circulatory and respiratory systems. Entry-level and post-professional programs available.
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Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapists help people engage in everyday tasks and life roles. Residential and Hybrid entry-level and online post-professional programs available.
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Physician Assistant Studies

PAs provide essential diagnostic, therapeutic, preventative, and health maintenance services in primary and specialty care settings under physician supervision.
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Physical Therapy

Physical therapists diagnose and treat individuals with conditions that limit their ability to move and function. Residential and hybrid programs available.
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Speech-Language Pathology

Speech-language pathologists assess, diagnose, treat, and help prevent communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults.
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MS in Genetic Counseling

The Master of Science in Genetic Counseling program is an online hybrid program that prepares students to be capable of practicing in a variety of settings.

PT Residency Programs

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Geriatric Residency

Promote optimal aging through movement. This hybrid program blends clinical experience and mentoring with online and in-person didactic work.
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Neurologic Residency

The Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency currently offers opportunities for physical therapists working in the neurologic rehabilitation setting.

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Orthopedic Residency

An accredited post-professional orthopedic residency. Graduates will be prepared to sit for the Orthopedic Physical Therapy Specialist Certification (OCS) Exam.
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Pediatric Residency

With MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital, out-patient pediatric clinics, and SC Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND).

Certificate Programs

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Online Telehealth Certificate

Through the completion of the six-week, online Digital Transformation Through Telehealth Administration Leadership Certificate course, health administration learners will explore the foundation of telehealth technologies as a pillar of digital health transformation. By mastering the concepts outlined, health administrators will affect and implement policy to meet the current and future needs of organizations in service of their communities.

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