College of Health Professions
The College of Health Professions—housed in the state-of-the-art Center for Healthcare Education—offers research and practice-driven programs in the most in-demand fields of healthcare.
You’ll learn in team-based formats from teacher-practitioners, practice your skills in cutting-edge labs and internship opportunities, and travel the world with our Global Health program.
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Global Health Initiatives
Students participating in our global health programs gain valuable cultural, social justice and clinical experience through short-term study abroad, capacity building and service learning opportunities.
CHP PATH
CHP PATH is a network of resources for first-year CHP students that promotes academic excellence and the development of future leaders in healthcare.
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SubscribeFaculty Spotlight
Sacred Heart University proudly recognizes our faculty for their scholarly achievement through their outstanding publishing efforts and industry experience.
Kristin Schweizer, PT, DPT
Clinical Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
Kristin, the associate director of clinical education for SHU’s doctor of physical therapy program, was appointed by Gov. Ned Lamont to serve on the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Physical Therapy. Her research interests include neurologic rehabilitation, health policy and practice management, with an emphasis on regulatory compliance, patient safety and quality improvement.
Gabe Orthous, MBA
Adjunct Professor, Health Informatics
With 20+ years as a value-based care strategic thinker, Gabe was recently installed as the director of the Master of Healthcare Leadership program at Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies. Co-author of "SAP Business Objects Web Intelligence: The Comprehensive Guide", he is also an adjunct professor at Georgia State University.
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