Program
School
Degree
Program
Cardiac Electrophysiology Technology, ASSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
ASElectrophysiology (EP) is an emerging healthcare science and therapy. EP is a subspecialty of cardiology that focuses on diagnosing and treating cardaic arrhythmias. Technologists assist the cardiologist during diagnostic and invasive procedures including programmed electrical stimulation, sterile scrub technique, electro-anatomical 3D mapping, catheter ablation for cardiac arrhythimias and device implantation for cardiac rhythm management such as pacemakers and other advanced implantable devices.
Possible Careers
Cardiac Cath Labs, Hospital and Clinical settings, Sales positions for Bio-technology companies.
Program Length
12 months: Please note: The AS program is taught on the LLU Campus while the Certification program is offered online.
Program
Clinical Laboratory Science, BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSClinical Lab Scientists aid health care providers in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Possible Careers
This career opens the doors to many medical and scientific opportunities. The majority of clinical laboratory scientists work in hospitals or similar medical facilities. Some CLS's work in private and government reference laboratories where they may perform specialized testing. Other opportunities exist in public health agencies and laboratories, forensic medicine, home health diagnostics, blood banks and transfusion services, health and patient education as well as in physician's offices and medical clinics. CLS personnel are also employed by medical consulting firms, DNA technology and genetic engineering corporations, research laboratories, medical product development companies, and in health information management systems.
Program Length
2 years
Program
Communication Sciences and Disorders (Comm Sci Transitional Program), MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSAlternative Program Name: 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)
Program
Communication Sciences and Disorders, BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSAlternative Program Name: Speech-Language Pathology, BS
Speech-language pathologists and audiologists provide services to prevent, diagnose, evaluate, and treat communication disorders. Speech Language Pathology assistants perform tasks prescribed, directed, and supervised by ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists.
Possible Careers
Preparation for a graduate program in Speech Language or Audiology; Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.
Program Length
2 years
Program
Communication Sciences and Disorders, MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSAlternative Program Name: 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
Computed Tomography (CT) & Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), CertSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
CertSpecial Imaging technologists work in a highly specialized field operating sophisticated imaging equipment. They provide detailed cross-sectional images of the human body, assisting physicians with quality patient diagnosis and treatment.
Possible Careers
Computed Tomography and/or Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Program Length
4 quarter (12 months)
Program
Computed Tomography (CT), CertSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
CertAssisting primary health care providers in patient diagnosis and treatment through cross-sectional images of the human body using highly specialized equipment.
Possible Careers
Computed Tomography Specialist in a hospital or clinic setting.
Program Length
6 months (2 quarters)
Program
Computed Tomography (CT), Cert (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
CertAssisting primary health care providers in patient diagnosis and treatment through cross-sectional images of the human body using highly specialized equipment.
Possible Careers
Computed Tomography Specialist in a hospital or clinic setting.
Program Length
6 months (2 quarters)
Program
Cytotechnology, BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSCytotechnology is a specialty within the broad field of clinical laboratory science. The cytotechnologist, working under the direction of a pathologist, examines cells under the microscope for early signs of cancer and other diseases.
Possible Careers
Cytotechnologists work in hospitals, clinics, and independent pathology laboratories. Cytotechnologists can advance to supervisory positions, participate in research activities, or become teachers in the field.
Program Length
2 years
Program
Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, CertSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
CertLeading to exciting specialty fields such as abdominal, neurologic, obstetric/gynecologic, and opthalmic ultrasound, sonographers use the latest technologies to aid the health care team in patient diagnosis and treatment.
Possible Careers
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
Program Length
Track 1: 24 months; Track 2: 12 months
Program
Diagnostic Medical Sonography, BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSLeading to exciting specialty fields such as abdominal, neurologic, obstetric/gynecologic, and opthalmic ultrasound, sonographers use the latest technologies to aid the health care team in patient diagnosis and treatment
Possible Careers
Sonographer, Ultrasound Technologist, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Registered Vascular Technologist
Program Length
27 months
Program
Health Professions Education, MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSBetter 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
MSBetter 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, PB CERTSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
PB CERTBetter 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
27 units
Program
Health-Care Administration, BS (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSLLU’s Health-Care Administration program is a degree completion program which prepares students to serve in mid-level health-care administration positions. The BSHA program is taught online, allowing students to complete coursework on their own schedules. This format is great for students wanting to balance employment, family life, and higher education. Likewise, students employed in the health-care industry may more easily earn a degree and pursue career advancement, because they may be able to apply previously-completed clinical units towards degree requirements.
Possible Careers
Administrative positions in various healthcare settings, including, but not limited to:
• Clinical Department Manager
• Hospital Administrator
• Health-care Human Resources Manager
• Social and Community Services Manager
• Medical Office Administrator
• Health-care Initiative Project Manager
• Dental Office Business Manager
• Health Information Officer
• Nursing Home Administrator
• Coordinator, Health-care Administration
• Director of Admissions, School of Medicine
Program Length
15 months (full-time) or 24 months (part-time)
Program
Magnetic Resonance Imaging/MRI, CertSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
CertUsing highly specialized computerized equipment to provide detailed cross-sectional images of the human body to help with diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Possible Careers
MRI Specialist in a hospital or clinic setting.
Program Length
2 quarters or 6 months
Program
Medical Dosimetry (Med Dosimetry/BS Physics Track), CertSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
CertMedical Dosimetry trains students to correctly calculate the dose of radiation that will be used for treatment. Allows for the love of physics and mathematics to be incorporated in health care with a previous BS in physics.
Possible Careers
Radiation Therapist, Dosimetrist
Program Length
7 quarters
Program
Medical Dosimetry (Med Dosimetry/Rad Therapy Trac), CertSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
CertUse your ARRT registration in radiation therapy technology and two or more years of clinical experience to extend your education to become certified in calculating the dose of radiation that will be used for treatment.
Possible Careers
Radiation Therapist, Medical Dosimetrist
Program Length
5 quarters
Program
Medical Radiography, ASSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
ASThe Medical Radiography program helps prepare students for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) examination and to work as an X-Ray Technologist.
Possible Careers
Radiologic technologist
Program Length
A 21-month program; student involvement during the program is 40 hours a week, mainly during regular daytime hours.
Program
Nuclear Medicine Technology (ARRT Certified), BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSUses several procedures to aid in diagnosis of disease, the most familiar being the x-ray.
Possible Careers
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Program Length
8 quarters (2 years)
Program
Nuclear Medicine Technology (Not ARRT Certified), BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSUses several procedures to aid in diagnosis of disease, the most familiar being the x-ray.
Possible Careers
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Program Length
9 quarters (27 months)
Program
Nutrition and Dietetics (Coordinated Program in Dietetics, BS & MS), BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSPossible Careers
The majority of RDs work in the treatment and prevention of disease (administering medical nutrition therapy, often part of medical teams) in hospitals, HMOs, private practice or other health-care facilities. In addition, a large number of RDs work in community and public health settings and academia, and research. A growing number of RDs work in the food and nutrition industry, in business, journalism, sports nutrition, and corporate wellness programs. Reference – AND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) www.eatright.org
Program Length
3 years (11 quarters)
Program
Nutrition and Dietetics (Coordinated Program in Dietetics, BS & MS), MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSDietitians 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
2 years
Program
Nutrition and Dietetics (Post Didactic Program in Dietetics), MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSPossible Careers
The majority of RDs work in the treatment and prevention of disease (administering medical nutrition therapy, often part of medical teams) in hospitals, HMOs, private practice or other health-care facilities. In addition, a large number of RDs work in community and public health settings and academia and research. A growing number of RDs work in the food and nutrition industry, in business, journalism, sports nutrition, and corporate wellness programs. Reference – AND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) www.eatright.org
Program Length
2 years (8 quarters)
Program
Nutrition and Dietetics (Post-RD certification), MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSA 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
The majority of RDs work in the treatment and prevention of disease (administering medical nutrition therapy, often part of medical teams) in hospitals, HMOs, private practice or other health-care facilities. In addition, a large number of RDs work in community and public health settings and academia and research. A growing number of RDs work in the food and nutrition industry, in business, journalism, sports nutrition, and corporate wellness programs. Reference – AND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) www.eatright.org
Program Length
1 year/4 quarters
Program
Nutrition and Dietetics (Prior bachelor's degree in a non-nutrition major), MSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSThis track is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree in an area unrelated to nutrition or international students.
Possible Careers
The majority of RDs work in the treatment and prevention of disease (administering medical nutrition therapy, often part of medical teams) in hospitals, HMOs, private practice or other health-care facilities. In addition, a large number of RDs work in community and public health settings and academia, and research. A growing number of RDs work in the food and nutrition industry, in business, journalism, sports nutrition, and corporate wellness programs. Reference – AND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) www.eatright.org
Program Length
3 years (11 quarters)
Program
Nutrition and Dietetics, BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSPossible Careers
The majority of RDs work in the treatment and prevention of disease (administering medical nutrition therapy, often part of medical teams) in hospitals, HMOs, private practice or other health-care facilities. In addition, a large number of RDs work in community and public health settings and academia, and research. A growing number of RDs work in the food and nutrition industry, in business, journalism, sports nutrition, and corporate wellness programs. Reference – AND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) www.eatright.org
Program Length
2 years (7 quarters)
Program
Occupational Therapy (Entry-Level MOT/Prior BS), MOTSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MOTThe Master's degree requires a previous Bachelor's degree. Students receive a Masters of Occupational Therapy degree upon successful completion of all didactic and fieldwork requirements. Students are then eligible to sit for the NBCOT exam for OTR.
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
2 1/2 years
Program
Occupational Therapy (Post-Professional), OTD (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
OTDThis 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 (Entry-level), MSOPSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSOPOrthotics and Prosthetics is the evaluation, fabrication, and custom fitting of artificial limbs and orthopedic braces.
Possible 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
3 years (10 quarters)
Program
Orthotics and Prosthetics (Entry-level/Prior BS), MSOPSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSOPOrthotics and Prosthetics is the evaluation, fabrication, and custom fitting of artificial limbs and orthopedic braces.
Possible 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
The length of the program is 10 quarters.
Program
Phlebotomy, SCH CERTSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
SCH CERTPhlebotomists draw blood to assist with diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Possible Careers
Phlebotomist in a hospital or clinic setting.
Program Length
1 quarter
Program
Physical Therapist Assistant, ASSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
ASPhysical Therapist Assistants train patients in exercises and activities for normal daily living, and performs treatment interventions according to the treatment plan.
Possible Careers
Clinical and hospital settings, long term care facilities, Health and sports related environments.
Program Length
15 months (5 quarters)
Program
Physical Therapy (DPT Entry-Level/Prior BS), DPTSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
DPTPhysical 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
DPTFor 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
DPTFor 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
PhDThe 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
MPAPhysician 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
Private practice, Clinic or hospital settings, Research, Teaching and Administration.
Program Length
2 years or 8 quarters
Program
Polysomnography, CertSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
CertThe certificate in polysomnography is designed for current clinical practitioners and students who are interested in specializing in sleep disorder studies. Both didactic theory and clinical application offered in the program will provide an avenue to gain knowledge, skills, and experience in the expanding discipline of polysomnography. Topics include sleep terminology, sleep structure and disorders, complete patient set-up and monitoring, data acquisition and scoring, and pharmacological and noninvasive interventions.
Possible Careers
polysomnography, sleep study clinics
Program Length
three academic quarters (34 weeks)
Program
Radiation Sciences, BS (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSLike to see what's going on inside? Imaging of body structures using radiologic technology defines this career. Having a bachelor's degree opens doors to opportunities in management, supervision, and research in the field.
Possible Careers
radiologic technologist, nuclear medicine technologist, sonographer
Program Length
2 years
Program
Radiation Sciences, MSRS (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSRSThe online Master of Science in Radiation Sciences (MSRS) provides students a solid foundation in the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in leadership, management, administration, and education.
Possible Careers
manager, administrator, and educator
Program Length
2 years (7 quarters) - part-time or 12 month (4 quarters) - full-time
Program
Radiation Therapy Technology (ARRT Certified), BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSProgram
Radiation Therapy Technology (Not ARRT Certified), BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSRadiologic technologists take x-rays and administer nonradioactive materials into the bloodstream for diagnostic purposes.
Possible Careers
Radiation Therapist
Program Length
24 months (8 quarters)
Program
Radiologist Assistant, MSRS (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSRSThe 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
2 years (7 quarters)
Program
Rehabilitation Science, PhDSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
PhDThe Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science is designed to include many of the rehabilitation professions and offers opportunities for qualified clinical professionals to prepare for careers in independent research, teaching, and administration. Currently the degree is approved for professionals from physical therapy, occupational therapy, orthotics and prosthetics, nutrition and dietetics, and communication sciences and disorders.
Possible Careers
Research, Teaching and Administration
Program Length
Varies per student based on completion of required Academics, Research, and Dissertation. Most students complete the coursework for the degree in two years and then spend two to three years working on their research.
Program
Respiratory Care (Entry-level), BSSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSRespiratory therapists evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders.
Possible Careers
Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Researcher
Program Length
2 years
Program
Respiratory Care (Post-Prof BS in Resp Care), BS (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
BSThis degree is for respiratory therapists with a previous AS degree in respiratory therapy who would like to continue on in pursuit of their bachelor of science.
Possible Careers
Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Technician, Respiratory Researcher
Program Length
8 quarters (2 years)
Program
Respiratory Care, MSRC (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
MSRCRespiratory 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
Special Imaging: Cardiac and Vascular Imaging, CertSchool
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
CertCardiac Interventional (CI) and Vascular Interventional (VI) technologists work in a highly specialized field operating sophisticated imaging equipment. This technology provides detailed fluoroscopic images of the human body, assisting physicians with quality patient diagnosis and treatment.
Possible Careers
Cardiac Interventional (CI) and Vascular Interventional (VI) technologist
Program Length
4 quarters (12 months)
Program
Speech-Language Pathology, SLPD (Online)School
School of Allied Health ProfessionsDegree
SLPDSpeech-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 quarters; Students have the ability to spend longer in the program in order to complete their research capstone project and prepare a manuscript ready for submission to a peer-reviewed journal.