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Program
Entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (EOTD)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
OTD
Occupational therapy is a vital and growing profession. U.S. News and World Report states that occupational therapy remains a high-growth field, with 24% more jobs predicted in the new decade. Earnings vary by setting, experience, and position. Occupational therapists’ national mean annual income is $86,000.
Possible Careers
Clinic and hospital settings, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, educational institutions, administration, school-based practice, private practice and community-base agencies.
Program Length
3 years (12 quarters)
Program
Health Informatics, MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MS
The future success of healthcare organizations is their ability to manage information. The curriculum of the MS in Health Informatics blends the topics of leadership, system theory and management, technology, data management, and regulatory constraints.
Possible Careers
Employment opportunities include hospitals, clinics, health information exchanges, elevated managerial roles, system development, project management, electronic health record system specialists, clinical decision support, database administrators, clinical documentation specialists, and consultants.
Program Length
6 quarters
Program
Health Informatics, MS (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MS
The future success of healthcare organizations is their ability to manage information. The curriculum of the MS in Health Informatics blends the topics of leadership, system theory and management, technology, data management, and regulatory constraints.
Possible Careers
Employment opportunities include hospitals, clinics, health information exchanges, elevated managerial roles, system development, project management, electronic health record system specialists, clinical decision support, database administrators, clinical documentation specialists, and consultants.
Program Length
6 quarters
Program
Health Professions Education, MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MS
Better your teaching skills while earning a masters degree or certificate in health education. This program is designed for the working professional.
Possible Careers
Educator, professor, or teacher in health related fields.
Program Length
Varies depending on course load.
Program
Health Professions Education, MS (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MS
Better your teaching skills while earning a masters degree or certificate in health education. This program is designed for the working professional.
Possible Careers
Educator, professor, or teacher in health related fields.
Program Length
Varies depending on course load.
Program
Nutrition & Dietetics, MS (Post-RD)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MS
A Registered Dietitian is a food and nutrition expert who has met the minimum academic and professional requirements for the credential "RD." Reference - AND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) - www.eatright.org
Possible Careers
Program Length
1 year/4 quarters
Program
Nutrition and Dietetics, Coordinated Program (BS & MS), MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MS
Dietitians and nutritionists help people by scientifically evaluating their diets and suggesting diet modifications to prevent and treat illnesses by promoting healthful eating habits.
Possible Careers
Nutritionist or dietitian in hospitals, clinics, food services, or a personal business
Program Length
4 quarters
*Important Changes in Application Dates and Process The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition & Dietetics (ACEND)
For prospective applicants planning to apply for Fall 2025, please note that the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition & Dietetics (ACEND) is requiring all accredited programs to abide by the following policy:
Our program will be required to send a decision regarding acceptance by March 1.
If you are accepted into the program, you will be required to confirm or decline the acceptance by March 15.
The March 1 and 15 dates will be the same every year.
2024-2025 application cycle (for those applying for Fall 2025), the application deadline will be early in 2025. Please check back for updates soon.
2025-2026 application cycle and beyond (for those applying for Fall 2026 and after that), the application is to be submitted via DICAS.
Additional details to follow in the future.
Program
Nutrition and Dietetics, Coordinated Program (Post Didactic Program in Dietetics), MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSPossible Careers
Numerous opportunities are available for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Dietitians in Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) assess patient’s nutritional needs, develop personalized nutrition treatment programs, and evaluate and report results. Dietitians also work in public health clinics, home health agencies, major supermarkets, and food service facilities. Some dietitians oversee large-scale food production and service facilities in health care, col-lege and university cafeterias, correctional facilities, and school food service.
Dietitians work under contract with extended health-care facilities or in their own private practice. Others work for wellness programs, sports teams, or other nutrition-related businesses. Some dietitians engage in research activities to enhance the profession. Increased interest in nutrition has led to opportunities in food manufacturing, advertising, and marketing, among others.
Dietitians work under contract with extended health-care facilities or in their own private practice. Others work for wellness programs, sports teams, or other nutrition-related businesses. Some dietitians engage in research activities to enhance the profession. Increased interest in nutrition has led to opportunities in food manufacturing, advertising, and marketing, among others.
Program Length
2 years (7 quarters)
*Important Changes in Application Dates and Process The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition & Dietetics (ACEND)
For prospective applicants planning to apply for Fall 2025, please note that the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition & Dietetics (ACEND) is requiring all accredited programs to abide by the following policy:
Our program will be required to send a decision regarding acceptance by March 1.
If you are accepted into the program, you will be required to confirm or decline the acceptance by March 15.
The March 1 and 15 dates will be the same every year.
2024-2025 application cycle (for those applying for Fall 2025), the application deadline will be early in 2025. Please check back for updates soon.
2025-2026 application cycle and beyond (for those applying for Fall 2026 and after that), the application is to be submitted via DICAS.
Additional details to follow in the future.
Program
Nutrition and Dietetics, Coordinated Program (Prior BS/BA degree in a non-nutrition major or non-ACEND accredited nutrition major), MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MS
This track is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree in an area unrelated to nutrition or international students.
Possible Careers
Numerous opportunities are available for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Dietitians in Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) assess patient’s nutritional needs, develop personalized nutrition treatment programs, and evaluate and report results. Dietitians also work in public health clinics, home health agencies, major supermarkets, and food service facilities. Some dietitians oversee large-scale food production and service facilities in health care, col-lege and university cafeterias, correctional facilities, and school food service.
Dietitians work under contract with extended health-care facilities or in their own private practice. Others work for wellness programs, sports teams, or other nutrition-related businesses. Some dietitians engage in research activities to enhance the profession. Increased interest in nutrition has led to opportunities in food manufacturing, advertising, and marketing, among others.
Dietitians work under contract with extended health-care facilities or in their own private practice. Others work for wellness programs, sports teams, or other nutrition-related businesses. Some dietitians engage in research activities to enhance the profession. Increased interest in nutrition has led to opportunities in food manufacturing, advertising, and marketing, among others.
Program Length
3 years (11 quarters)
*Important Changes in Application Dates and Process The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition & Dietetics (ACEND)
For prospective applicants planning to apply for Fall 2025, please note that the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition & Dietetics (ACEND) is requiring all accredited programs to abide by the following policy:
Our program will be required to send a decision regarding acceptance by March 1.
If you are accepted into the program, you will be required to confirm or decline the acceptance by March 15.
The March 1 and 15 dates will be the same every year.
2024-2025 application cycle (for those applying for Fall 2025), the application deadline will be early in 2025. Please check back for updates soon.
2025-2026 application cycle and beyond (for those applying for Fall 2026 and after that), the application is to be submitted via DICAS.
Additional details to follow in the future.
Program
Occupational Therapy (Post-Professional), OTD (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
OTD
This program embraces people-centered interventions that include both traditional and emerging practice settings. Graduates will be challenged to reflect upon their social responsibilities as health professionals to promote health and participation not only at the individual level but also at the community and societal levels.
Possible Careers
Teaching, Administration, Research, Hospital settings, Community, School-based, private practice.
Program Length
2+ years (9 quarters)
Program
Orthotics and Prosthetics (Hybrid MSOP), MSOP (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSOPPossible Careers
Orthotists and Prosthetists work in a variety of settings: private practice, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, specialty clinics, home health settings and nursing homes.
Program Length
2 years (8 quarters)
Program
Physical Therapy (DPT Entry-Level/Prior BS), DPTSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
DPT
Physical Therapists apply techniques to restore strength, flexibility, and coordination, and to reduce pain and generally prepare the patient to function more effectively at work and in activities of daily living. Agents such as heat, light, electricity, water exercise, and massage are used.
Possible Careers
Within the profession there are many specialties including orthopaedics, neurology, pediatrics, geriatrics, cardiopulmonary, hand rehabilitation, and sports physical therapy. Physical therapists work in acute-care and convalescent hospitals, rehabilitation centers, children's centers, private practice, athletic training and sports medicine programs, research institutions, school systems, and home-care agencies.
Program Length
3 years
Program
Physical Therapy (Post-Professional DPT (prior BS in PT)), DPTSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
DPT
For currently practicing Physical Therapists with a PT degree to meet current and future expectations for physical therapy practice.
Possible Careers
Physical Therapist
Program Length
18 months
Program
Physical Therapy (Post-Professional DPT (Prior MPT)), DPTSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
DPT
For currently practicing Physical Therapists with a MPT degree to meet current and future expectations for physical therapy practice.
Possible Careers
Physical Therapist
Program Length
11 months
Program
Physical Therapy, PhDSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
PhD
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physical Therapy (PT) is offered by the Department of Physical Therapy within the School of Allied Professions, one of the eight schools at Loma Linda University. This program provides national and international physical therapy graduates with the skills necessary to pursue careers as researchers and educators.
Possible Careers
Research, Administration, Teaching, Advanced clinical practice
Program Length
4 to 7 years
Program
Physical Therapy, PhD (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
PhD
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physical Therapy (PT) is offered by the Department of Physical Therapy within the School of Allied Professions, one of the eight schools at Loma Linda University. This program provides national and international physical therapy graduates with the skills necessary to pursue careers as researchers and educators.
Possible Careers
Research, Administration, Teaching, Advanced clinical practice
Program Length
4 to 7 years
Program
Physician Assistant, MPASchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MPA
Physician Assistants (PAs) are health care professionals licensed to practice medicine under physician supervision. They are formally trained to provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services.
Possible Careers
Clinical or Hospital Practice, Research, Education, or Administration
Program Length
24 months, full-time
Program
Radiologist Assistant, MSRS (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSRS
The student will receive didactic and clinical mentoring in neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. Courses will be a mix of discussion, projects, case studies, and Web-based learning. Students are responsible for finding their own clinical site and radiologist mentor. This is an online/blended program. The rest of the time, coursework is taken online within Loma Linda University's web-enhanced learning environment.
Possible Careers
Radiologist Assistant in clinical and hospital settings
Program Length
21 months (7 quarters)
Program
Respiratory Care, MSRC (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSRC
Respiratory therapists evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. Therapists manage ventilators, which deliver pressurized oxygen into the lungs of patients who cannot breathe for themselves.
Possible Careers
Respiratory care educator, Respiratory researcher, Respiratory care manager, Advanced Respiratory care practitioner, industry leaders and consultants.
Program Length
One year full-time. May be completed on a part-time basis.
Program
Speech-Language Pathology, MS (Communication Sciences and Disorders)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MS
Speech-Language Pathology, MS
Speech-language pathologists work in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, and research. They typically evaluate and treat speech and language disorders in children and adults. The master's degree is entry level for the profession.
Possible Careers
Public and private schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, short-term and long-term nursing care facilities, community clinics, colleges and universities, private practice offices, state and local health departments, state and federal government agencies, home health agencies (home care), adult day care centers, centers for persons with developmental disabilities, research laboratories.
Program Length
7 Quarters (2 years)
Program
Speech-Language Pathology, SLPD (Online) (Communication Sciences and Disorders)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
SLPD
Speech-language pathologists work in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, and research. They typically evaluate and treat speech and language disorders in children and adults. The master's degree is entry-level for the profession.
Possible Careers
Public and private schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, short-term and long-term nursing care facilities, community clinics, colleges and universities, private practice offices, state and local health departments, state and federal government agencies, home health agencies (home care), adult day care centers, centers for persons with developmental disabilities, research laboratories.
Program Length
9-11 quarters (2.3 to 3 years)
Program
Speech-Language Pathology, Transitional MS (Communication Sciences and Disorders)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MS
Speech-Language Pathology, MS
The Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders- Transitional Program is designed for individuals who have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in a field other than Speech Language Pathology or Communication Disorders. Any individual with a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is eligible for the Transitional Program. This program permits completion of undergraduate coursework (generally completed in one year of full time study) prior to enrolling in graduate level courses.
Possible Careers
Public and private schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, short-term and long-term nursing care facilities, community clinics, colleges and universities, private practice offices, state and local health departments, state and federal government agencies, home health agencies (home care), adult day care centers, centers for persons with developmental disabilities, research laboratories.
Program Length
11 quarters (3 years)