SHP Viewbook

The University of Texas Medical Branch

EDUCATING THE OF HEALTH CARE

Future

School of Health Professions

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN OF THE SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS

On behalf of the faculty and staff, I thank you for your interest in the School of Health Professions (SHP) at the University of Texas Medical Branch. We welcome you into an academic environment that values education, research and innovation, service to the community, patient care, and diversity in the pursuit of giving you the opportunity to make lasting contributions to healthcare. We look forward to your contributions to the diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds that each student brings to our learning community.

Our interprofessional learning environment is composed of the Departments of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Nutrition and Metabolism, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Care, and the PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences. We are truly excited to be moving forward as a unified team of health care professionals to assure the quality of our educational programs.

You will find dedicated and skilled faculty ready to work with you, to share their expertise, and offer you stateof-the-art learning experiences using innovative technology and teaching methods. These faculty will provide you with opportunities to stretch your own professional boundaries and help you gain a broad perspective of your own role on the healthcare team while working with students from other disciplines, including those in the School of Nursing, School of Medicine and Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

I hope you will take some time and learn more about what SHP and UTMB has to offer you as a student and ultimately as an alum.

Sincerely,

David A. Brown, PT, PhD, FAPTA

Senior Vice President and Dean, School of Health Professions

Welcome to the University of Texas Medical Branch, School of Health Professions in Galveston Texas!

EDUCATING THE FUTURE OF HEALTH CARE

Established in 1891 as the University of Texas Medical Department, UTMB has grown from one building, 23 students and 13 faculty members to a modern health science center with campuses in Galveston, League City, Angleton and Clear Lake, more than 3,200 students and about 900 faculty.

Situated within one of the most beautiful and historical coastal cities in Texas, the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is an academic health science center that includes five schools, Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, Public and Population Health and Graduate Biomedical Sciences; three institutes for advanced study; a major medical library; a network of hospitals and clinics that provide a full range of primary and specialized medical care; and internationally renowned research facilities. UTMB’s researchers are making investigative breakthroughs and therapeutic developments that are changing the world, including internationally recognized work on Ebola, Zika and Novel Coronavirus.

UTMB is a part of The University of Texas System and a member of the Texas Medical Center.

The UTMB School of Health Professions was the first allied health school in the Southwest U.S. when it opened its doors in 1968. For over a century, the University of Texas Medical Branch has dedicated its efforts toward improving the health of society in Texas and beyond. The School of Health Professions has helped carry on this tradition, granting degrees and certificates to more than 13,000 graduates in several health professions.

Today, SHP offers:

• Baccalaureate degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences

• Master’s degrees in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Health Professions, Nutrition & Metabolism, and Respiratory Care

• Doctorate degrees in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy

• Post-Baccalaureate Categorical Certificate Programs

• Post-Graduate Categorical Certificate Program Specialist in Blood Banking

• Certificate in Interdisciplinary Pain Management

Global and Local Engagement

The School of Health Professions continues to provide outstanding opportunities in community outreach, global health, and interprofessional learning for students. SHP facilitates student and faculty involvement in scientific investigation and scholarly activities that advance health care. Our faculty, staff, and administrators promote service through active participation in professional and community activities.

Mission trips are offered throughout the academic year. These mission trips are service-learning and volunteered-based opportunities. Some educational programs offer international clinical rotations such as Guatemala, Mexico, Haiti, Peru and Africa.

St. Vincent’s Clinic is a cooperative effort between UTMB and St. Vincent’s House. St. Vincent’s Student Clinic is dedicated to providing quality care to unfunded & under-funded patients while providing excellent educational opportunities for UTMB students.

Learning Environment and Resources

The teaching environment of the school supports its educational purpose. The UTMB medical complex serves as one autonomous learning laboratory for all students. UTMB’s six hospitals and 59 outpatient clinics, emergency room, and research laboratories are an integral part of health profession education.

The modern Jennie Sealy Hospital reinforces the commitment of UTMB Health to provide the best possible care for our patients and the best environment for our physicians, nurses and all healthcare professionals to care for patients in a setting that nurtures and enriches the learning experience for all of our students. The $438 million facility features 310 patient rooms, including 60 dedicated ICU beds, a 28bed day surgery unit and 20 state-of-the-art operating suites.

The Health Education Center (HEC) officially opened its doors on August 1, 2019. Hosting simulation courses since June of the same year, this 161,000 sq ft facility boasts the latest technology in human, non-human, and virtual reality simulation educational equipment. Staffed with experienced support personel the HEC’s teaching abilities are augmented through strategic faculty partnerships including leaders in simulation training from all four schools. The HEC is dedicated to providing top quality educational experiences for all of our students, fellows, staff, and community members.

The four-story School of Health Professions/School of Nursing Building houses classrooms, laboratories, multipurpose auditoria, and faculty and administrative offices. In addition to designing and implementing innovative ways to deliver instruction to students at distant locations, the school continuously explores opportunities to expand its program offerings and interprofessional learning.

Here in the School of Health Professions we prepare future health professionals for practice, public service, and lifelong learning through innovative curricula and individualized educational experiences. We deliver skilled and patient-centered health care, and we continue to shape the future of health sciences education, research, and clinical care by always asking, “What’s next?”

We work together to work wonders by educating tomorrow’s healers through groundbreaking research and excellent patient care.

For more information on the School of Health Professions, please contact:

The Office of Academic and Student Affairs

School of Health Professions

Email shp.recruiting@utmb.edu or visit https://www.shp.utmb.edu

UTMB HEALTH: MISSION & VISION

UTMB’s mission is to improve health for the people of Texas and around the world by offering innovative education and training, pursuing cutting-edge research and providing the highest quality patient care.

We work together to work wonders as we define the future of health care and strive to be the best in all our endeavors.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston’s mission is to improve health for the people of Texas and around the world. UTMB is an inclusive, collaborative community of forward-thinking educators, scientists, clinicians, staff, and students dedicated to a single purpose—improving health. We prepare future health professionals for practice, public service, and lifelong learning through innovative curricula and individualized educational experiences. We advance understanding and treatment of illness and injury through groundbreaking research, in the lab and at the bedside, including the commercialization of such research, as appropriate. We deliver skilled and patient-centered health care, and we continue to shape the future of health sciences education, research, and clinical care by always asking, “What’s next?”

MISSION

UTMB’s mission is to improve health for the people of Texas and around the world by offering innovative education and training, pursuing cutting edge research and providing the highest quality patient care.

VISION

We work together to work wonders as we define the future of health care and strive to be the best in all of our endeavors.

VALUES

Our values define our culture and guide our every interaction.

• We demonstrate compassion for all.

• We always act with integrity

• We show respect to everyone we meet.

• We embrace diversity to best serve a global community.

• We promote excellence and innovation through lifelong learning

SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS: MISSION, VISION, VALUES AND PHILOSOPHY SHP MISSION

The mission of the School of Health Professions is to provide excellent and innovative education integrated with high impact research and quality clinical experiences producing healthcare professionals that advance the future of healthcare.

SHP VISION

The School of Health Professions envisions a multi-disciplinary school engaged in diverse, collaborative and innovative solutions that produces future healthcare professionals and clinicians who provide world class patient care and cutting-edge research.

SHP PHILOSOPHY

Health profession’s education should focus on student competency and compassion for the clients they serve.

Research and innovation is the hallmark of a great institution. We are always looking for new ways to make things better.

Service to the community is an attitude that characterizes professional people. Professionals always put the needs of others before their own. The campus community is part of a larger community, with whom we must partner if we are to be effective. Our educational programs emphasize community-based learning and practice.

Evidence-based patient care is critical for providing clients with the best healthcare outcomes for a better quality of life.

Nondiscrimination, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

The University of Texas Medical Branch, in compliance with applicable federal laws and regulations, strives to maintain an environment free from discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or veteran status. This includes, but is not limited to, academic program admissions, employment, financial aid, health care services, educational services, and access to UTMB programs, facilities, or services. This applies to all employees and students, and anyone who utilizes UTMB facilities.

The University of Texas Medical Branch - Site Policies & Required Links: https://www.utmb.edu/site-policies

HEALTH PROFESSIONS School of Leading the Way

Graduate programs in Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy ranked among the top in the nation by U.S. News and World Report

The Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Sciences is the second program in the U.S. First-rate education from renowned faculty in a unique location

Innovative instruction through distance learning and online programs

Curriculum emphasizes the creation of a diverse work force of health professionals who can work as a team to better the lives of their patients and their communities

Outstanding opportunities in community outreach and global health for over 63% of our students and 52% of our faculty

Ranked 12th nationally in National Institutes of Health (NIH) research funding for similar health professions schools across the country

HEALTH PROFESSIONS PROGRAMS

EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE 6 30

CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES

Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate degrees

HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Master’s degree

NUTRITION AND METABOLISM

Master’s degree

shp.recruiting@utmb.edu

(409) 772-3030

OFFER MORE THAN DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Doctorate degree

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Doctorate degree

RESPIRATORY CARE

Master’s degree

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE IN:

Chemistry

Hematology

Hematology and Chemistry

Immunotherapy

Interdisciplinary Pain Management

Microbiology

UTMB has given me the opportunity to work and learn in an interprofessional environment.

Clinical Laboratory Science

Bachelor of Science

Behind the scenes of every medical test you take, you’ll find a health care professional who analyzes and evaluates your samples. Medical laboratory science professionals (also called clinical laboratory scientists) are highly skilled scientists who discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient.

Although they are not always personally involved with patients, medical laboratory scientists and technicians play a crucial role in the process of providing personalized care. They generate vitally important data for identifying and treating cancer, heart disease, diabetes and many other health conditions.

Program Options

On Campus: The CLS Regular track (2+2) provides an opportunity for community college and university students with a minimum of two years of prerequisites to enter the CLS program in their junior year for a 2-year curriculum.*

BS to MS Collaborative Program: The BS to MS program allows students to complete their B.S. degree from their participating 4 year university while gaining credits towards a master’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences at UTMB.*

Distance: LEAP (Laboratory Education and Advancement Program): The LEAP Program is designed for graduates of a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program who are certified by ASCP. *

*These programs are offered at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston campus or the University of Texas Health Center (UTHSC Tyler).

Accreditation

The UTMB Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program received a 10-year reaccreditation in October 2017 under the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) through October 31, 2027 for their Bachelors and Masters Programs. DCLS Accreditation in progress.

5600 N. River Rd, Suite 720 Rosemont, IL 60018-5119

(773) 714-8880

For more information, visit: http://www.naacls.org

University Requirements for Admission can be found in the UTMB General Information Catalog and available at https://utmb.us/4tg

UTMB Application and/or Supplemental Application

https://utmb.us/2xx

OPEN HOUSE/INFORMATION SESSIONS

We invite you to register for a session at: https://utmb.us/4ln

Prerequisite Notes:

1. Biology and chemistry science courses must be for science majors and include laboratories.

2. Anatomy and Physiology II or Human Physiology will be required to satisfy 3 hours of Physiology.

3. The mathematics course must be college algebra or higher.

4. Students are strongly encouraged to take courses in genetics and statistics to satisfy their elective prerequisites.

5. A grade of ‘C’ or higher is required to satisfy any prerequisite.

For additional information about the Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (BCLS) program, please visit our website at: https://shp.utmb.edu/cls

School of Health Professions Clinical Laboratory Science

Clinical Laboratory Science

Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science

The Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (MSCLS) in the School of Health Professions is designed to prepare the clinical laboratory scientist for a career in research, teaching or management within clinical laboratory medicine. Graduates of this program will obtain research, teaching and managerial positions in academia, clinical laboratories and in industry.

Program Options

BS Science Graduates: An 80-credit blended master’s degree for individuals holding a Bachelor of Science in biology, chemistry, or a related major and who are not certified medical technologists/clinical laboratory scientists but who desire a career in the clinical laboratory sciences. Upon completion, these individuals will be eligible to take a national examination for certification as a medical technologist/clinical laboratory scientist.

Certified MLS Graduates: A 30-credit online master’s degree for clinical laboratory professionals who hold a baccalaureate degree and are certified to practice clinical laboratory sciences. The program is designed for practicing professionals who want to advance their knowledge and skills in the clinical laboratory sciences and develop new proficiencies needed to meet the challenges of a changing profession.

Cooperative Degree Program BS to MS: For students who are attending a four year college that has an articulation agreement with the UTMB-CLS Program. The student enrolled in the BS to MS Program will be required to complete a minimum three (3) years (90 semester credits) at the originating institution. The student will then attend UTMB for approximately two (2) years and complete 85 semester credits. Upon completion, these individuals will be eligible to take a national examination for certification as a medical technologist/clinical laboratory scientist.

Program Goals

The Master of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) in the School of Health Professions is designed to prepare the clinical laboratory scientist, for a career in research, teaching or management within clinical laboratory medicine. Graduates of this program will obtain research, teaching and managerial positions in academia, clinical laboratories and in industry.

These programs will develop an individual’s ability to:

1. Utilize the theoretical concepts that are the basis of clinical laboratory tests to interpret the significance of results

2. Propose the clinical significance of clinical laboratory tests results

3. Trouble shoot causes of laboratory results with questionable quality control results

4. Recommend appropriate follow up laboratory testing

5. Utilize an advanced knowledge base in management

6. Determine correlation of current techniques with potential new techniques

7. Validate procedures, conduct basic research within the clinical laboratory

8. Formulate a research question, conduct the study, and write/publish the findings

Application Deadlines

• Fall semester deadline: August 1 (for certified and non-certified applicants)

• Spring semester deadline: December 1 (for certified only)

• Summer semester deadline: April 1 (for certified only)

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the UTMB Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (MCLS) program, applicants must present official documentation of the following:

1. A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in medical laboratory science, biology, or a related science including standard college courses in general chemistry, mathematics, microbiology, and biology (see list below).

2. Previous laboratory experience is advantageous.

3. A minimum grade point average of 3.0.

4. Three letters of recommendation.

5. International applicants will be considered. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score.

Prerequisite Notes:

1. Biology and chemistry science courses must be for science majors and include laboratories.

2. Anatomy and Physiology II or Human Physiology will be required to satisfy 3 hours of Physiology. Human Physiology is only required for non-CLS program graduates.

3. The mathematics course must be college algebra or higher.

4. Students are strongly encouraged to take courses in genetics and statistics to satisfy their elective prerequisites.

5. Applicants missing Biochemistry may take CLLS 5414 Biochemistry.

6. A grade of ‘C’ or higher is required to satisfy any prerequisite.

7. A grade of ‘B’ or higher is required to satisfy any transfer credit course.

8. Applicants missing Immunology may take CLLS 5201.

Accreditation

The UTMB Clinical Laboratory Sciences program received a 10 year reaccreditation in October 2017 under the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) through October 31, 2027 for their Bachelors and Masters Programs. DCLS Accreditation in progress. 5600 N. River Rd, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018-5119 (773) 714-8880 • For more information, visit: http://www.naacls.org

UTMB Application and/or Supplemental Application

https://utmb.us/2xx

Tuition and Fees

https://utmb.us/4np

Scholarships

https://utmb.us/3cl

For additional information about the Master of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (MCLS) program, please visit our website at: https://shp. utmb.edu/clls/mscls/home

OPEN HOUSE/INFORMATION SESSIONS

We invite you to register for a session at: https://utmb.us/4ln

School

Nondiscrimination, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

The University of Texas Medical Branch, in compliance with applicable federal laws and regulations, strives to maintain an environment free from discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or veteran status. This includes, but is not limited to, academic program admissions, employment, financial aid, health care services, educational services, and access to UTMB programs, facilities, or services. This applies to all employees and students, and anyone who utilizes UTMB facilities.

& Required Links: https://www.utmb.edu/site-policies

Clinical Laboratory Science

Master of Science in Pathologists’ Assistant

The Master of Science in Pathologists’ Assistant in the School of Health Professions is designed to prepare to perform gross examination of surgical pathology specimens and performance of autopsies under the direction of a pathologist. Graduates of this program will independently perform a significant portion of the gross processing of specimens, but in addition provide a constant knowledgeable, professional presence in the gross laboratory to supervise and teach residents of varying levels who are assigned to gross specimens.

Program goals

The Master of Science in Pathologists’ Assistant is designed to prepare the clinical laboratory scientist, for a career in clinical practice, management, teaching or research within anatomic clinical laboratory medicine. Graduates of this program will generally obtain practice and/or managerial positions in clinical laboratories, private or academic, while some others may go on to pursue teaching or research careers in academia or industry.

These programs will develop an individual’s ability to:

1. Apply general and theoretical knowledge of the anatomic and pathologic aspects of disease to the practice of anatomic pathology, under the supervision of a pathologist, with special concentration on the gross dissection and preparation of tissues in surgical pathology and autopsy.

2. Demonstrate the technical skills needed for gross examination and prosection of specimens in surgical pathology and autopsy, including ability to adequately sample and select appropriate tissues for diagnosis and staging, document specimens by description and photography, relate gross sampling to microscopic results, and utilize the clinical record to guide dissection, documentation and analysis of specimens.

3. Demonstrate administrative skills needed for a managerial position in an anatomic laboratory, including supervision of technical staff, teaching and supervision of students and residents, management of budgets, equipment and facilities, troubleshooting, and appropriate interaction with supervisors, both clinical and administrative, peers, staff, clients and students.

4. Demonstrate the ability to apply accepted standards of professionalism in the workplace.

Accreditation

UTMB is in the process of applying to the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) for accreditation of its Master of Science in Pathologists’ Assistant program. If NAACLS awards accreditation to this program, graduates of the program will have satisfied the educational requirement toward eligibility to take the ASCP examination for certification as a Pathologists’ Assistant.

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences

5600 N. River Rd. Suite 720

Rosemont, IL 60018-5119

For more information, visit: http://www.naacls.org

Application Deadlines

• All official documents must be received by UTMB Enrollment Services no later than: Fall semester deadline: March 1

Admission Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in medical laboratory science, biology, or a related science including standard college courses in general chemistry, mathematics, microbiology, and biology (see list below).

• Previous laboratory experience is advantageous.

• A minimum overall 3.0 GPA and a 3.0 GPA in science courses on a 4.0 scale.

• Submit three letters of recommendation.

• International applicants will be considered. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score.

• Curriculum vitae/resume.

• Personal statement/essay addressing career goals and reasons for pursuing the Pathologists’ Assistant degree.

International Students:

Applicants whose tertiary-level education has been completed at international institutions in a non-English speaking country must meet the following requirements, in addition to providing the credentials for their prospective program:

1. *Take and score satisfactorily on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) if the native language is not English. A minimum satisfactory score is a total of 550 (or a score of 213 on the computer based exam) or 6.5 for IELTS; however, TOEFL or IELTS score requirements are one of the many criteria of a student’s admission, and the requirement could vary based upon previous education, GPA, and related factors.

2. **Submit an acceptable English translation with the transcripts if the transcripts are not in English. If the degree is not indicated on transcript, a copy of the diploma and/or certificate issued by the school is required.

*A summary of TOEFL Requirements for International Students is available on the program admissions web page under the International Students section.

**International transcripts must be evaluated by an approved agency, visit the program admissions web page under the International Students section for more detailed information.

Prerequisite Notes:

1. Biology and chemistry science courses must be for science majors and include laboratories.

2. The mathematics course must be college algebra or higher.

3. A grade of ‘C’ or higher is required to satisfy any prerequisite.

4. A grade of ‘B’ or higher is required to satisfy any transfer credit course. Additional recommended but not required courses: organic chemistry, microbiology, immunology, and genetics.

University Requirements for Admission can be found in the UTMB General Information Catalog and available at https://utmb.us/4tg

For additional information about the Master of Science in Pathologists’ Assistant program, please visit our website at: https://www.utmb.edu/shp/clls/pathologistsassistant/home

OPEN HOUSE/INFORMATION SESSIONS

We invite you to register for a session at: https://utmb.us/4ln

Nondiscrimination, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

The University of Texas Medical Branch, in compliance with applicable federal laws and regulations, strives to maintain an environment free from discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or veteran status. This includes, but is not limited to, academic program admissions, employment, financial aid, health care services, educational services, and access to UTMB programs, facilities, or services. This applies to all employees and students, and anyone who utilizes UTMB facilities. The University of Texas Medical Branch - Site Policies & Required Links: https://www.utmb.edu/site-policies

Clinical Laboratory Science

Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS)

The DCLS is an advanced professional doctorate designed for practicing CLS professionals who wish to further their level of clinical expertise and to develop leadership and management skills. The purpose of the program is the development of clinical laboratory sciences graduates who function as practitioners, community leaders, educators, and scholars in the profession of clinical laboratory science and the discipline of clinical laboratory science. Graduates of the program will generate, disseminate, and apply knowledge to enhance the understanding of laboratory assessment of health and disease.

Program Objectives

A graduate of the UTMB DCLS program will be able to:

• Provide patient-centered, customized consultation services on appropriate test selection and interpretation for the purpose of clinical decision making among the interprofessional health care team and for the patient.

• Monitor laboratory data, test utilization, and diagnostic testing processes in individual patients and populations using informatics and analytics to reduce diagnostic errors, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.

• Conduct research and apply evidence to demonstrate clinical utility of laboratory tests and algorithms and to improve the quality, efficiency, and safety of the overall diagnostic testing process.

• Educate health care providers, patients, their families, and the general public about the indications, best evidence, patient preparation, and interpretation of clinical laboratory testing, including home self-testing.

• Direct laboratory operations to comply with all state and federal laws and regulations, as well as guidelines determined by professional boards of licensure, and certification/accreditation agencies.

• Participate in public and private health policy decision making at all organization and government levels using best evidence.

Accreditation

The UTMB Clinical Laboratory Sciences program received a 10 year reaccreditation in October 2017 under the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) through October 31, 2027 for their Bachelors and Masters Programs. DCLS Accreditation in progress.

5600 N. River Rd, Suite 720

Rosemont, IL 60018-5119

(773) 714-8880

For more information, visit: http://www.naacls.org

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the DCLS program, applicants must present official documentation of the following:

• Completion of a nationally-accredited program for clinical laboratory sciences at the baccalaureate degree level.

• Professional certification as a generalist Medical Laboratory Scientist from the American Society for Clinical PathologyBoard of Certification, MT (ASCP) or MLS(ASCP).

• Minimum of three years of clinical laboratory experience, preferably as a generalist medical laboratory scientist.

• Completion of an application for admission, including official transcripts of undergraduate and graduate coursework from all institutions attended.

• Completion of all prerequisite courses with a grade of 3.0 or higher (on a 4 point scale).

• Three (3) letters of recommendation from individuals who have the knowledge to evaluate the applicant’s academic and professional performance. At least two letters from professional supervisors/pathologists/laboratory managers and one letter from a college professor.

• Completion of the Graduate Record Exam.

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume and personal statement/essay addressing career goals and reasons for pursuing the DCLS degree.

• Personal interview (on campus or by video-audio conference).

For additional information about the Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS), please visit our website at: https://shp.utmb.edu/cls

OPEN HOUSE/INFORMATION SESSIONS

We invite you to register for a session at: https://utmb.us/4ln

Requirements for Admission can be found in the UTMB General Information Catalog and available at https://utmb.us/4tg

Clinical Laboratory Science

Post-Baccalaureate Categorical Certificate Programs

Individuals who hold a baccalaureate degree or higher and wish to enter or advance in the one or more fields in the CLS profession may apply for admission to our categorical certification program. Upon successful completion of the certification program, the student will be eligible to sit for national categorical credentialing examinations with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification.

Application Deadlines

• Fall semester deadline: August 1

• Spring semester deadline: December 1*

• Summer semester deadline: April 1*

*Students applying for the Spring or Summer semester must have completed Basic Methods and Introduction to Lab Operations for the Chemistry, Hematology, Immunohematology or Hematology/Chemistry categorical certification.

Individuals who hold a baccalaureate degree or higher and wish to enter or advance in the field of CLS may apply for admission to our categorical certification program. Students must be able to attend student labs on campus in Galveston or other collaborative program sites. Students can attend didactic lectures either on campus or online.

UTMB Categorical Certificate Programs include:

Upon successful completion of the certification program, the student will be eligible to sit for national categorical credentialing examinations with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification.

To be eligible to sit for one of the categorical exams, applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and have completed 30 semester hours in the biological, chemical, and/or medical sciences, in addition to or part of their bachelor’s degree.

Accreditation

The UTMB Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program received a 10-year reaccreditation in October 2017 under the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) through October 31, 2027 for their Bachelors and Masters Programs. DCLS Accreditation in progress.

5600 N. River Rd, Suite 720 Rosemont, IL 60018-5119

(773) 714-8880

For more information, visit: http://www.naacls.org

Admission Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in medical laboratory science, biology, or a related science including standard college courses in general chemistry, mathematics, microbiology, and biology.

• Completed or be in the process of completing the prerequisite courses listed below.

• A minimum overall 2.0 GPA and a 2.0 GPA in science courses on a 4.0 scale.

• Submit three letters of recommendation.

• International applicants will be considered. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score.

Application procedures may be initiated upon completion of 90 semester hours of college work. Interested individuals may request an exploratory meeting with the CLS admissions coordinator by emailing unofficial transcripts with your Name, Address and Phone number and the name of the program to clsadmissions@utmb.edu.

UTMB Application and/or Supplemental Application

https://utmb.us/2xx

Tuition and Fees

https://utmb.us/4np

Scholarships Available

https://utmb.us/3cl

Program Prerequisites

Prerequisite Notes:

1. Biology and chemistry science courses must be for science majors and include laboratories.

2. The mathematics course must be college algebra or higher.

3. A grade of ‘C’ or higher is required to satisfy any prerequisite.

4. A grade of ‘B’ or higher is required to satisfy any transfer credit course.

Additional recommended but not required courses: organic chemistry, microbiology, immunology, and genetics.

For additional information about the Post-Baccalaureate Categorical Certificate programs, please visit our website at: https://shp.utmb.edu/ClinicalLaboratorySciences/postbscls

OPEN HOUSE/INFORMATION SESSIONS

We invite you to register for a session at: https://utmb.us/4ln

School of Health Professions Clinical Laboratory Science

Nondiscrimination, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

The University of Texas Medical Branch, in compliance with applicable federal laws and regulations, strives to maintain an environment free from discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or veteran status. This includes, but is not limited to, academic program admissions, employment, financial aid, health care services, educational services, and access to UTMB programs, facilities, or services. This applies to all employees and students, and anyone who utilizes UTMB facilities.

University of Texas Medical Branch - Site Policies & Required Links: https://www.utmb.edu/site-policies

Master of Science in Health Professions

Online Program

Advance Your Career!

UTMB’s School of Health Professions offers a distance learning Master of Science in Health Professions (MSHP), an advanced degree that opens opportunities for leadership as healthcare managers or executives within their organizations. Our degree allows individuals with Bachelor’s degrees in the arts or sciences to expand their field of study into exciting and fulfilling healthcare careers.

Increase your opportunities and advance your career as a healthcare leader.

■ Complete your program 100% online

■ Obtain your masters degree in as few as 16 months

■ Affordable tuition and fees

Job Outlook

Employment of medical and health services managers and executives is projected to grow 20 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. These managers and executives support healthcare practitioners, whose occupations are projected to grow 18 percent, much faster than the average for all occupations. Healthcare occupations are projected to add more jobs than any of the other occupational groups.

Healthcare Managers and Educators

• Plan, direct, and coordinate medical and health services.

• Teach in health academic institutions and universities. Job opportunities can be found in

• Higher education teaching

• Risk management processing

• Compliance or institutional effectiveness oversight

• Healthcare training

• Healthcare research

• Clinical trials coordination

• University admissions

The Master’s in Health Professions (MSHP) prepares graduates for managerial and leadership roles in the challenging and complex field of health care. The curriculum develops complex skills through a combination of core competencies and specialized areas of concentration. Decisions about quality, technology, data, sustainability and patient safety are made in healthcare leadership positions. A master’s degree in health professions can help prepare you to lead in these complex situations. Successful graduates of this program may find employment in hospital departments, free-standing clinics, research institutions, schools and universities, and academic medical centers.

The MSHP program is open to students with undergraduate backgrounds in the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, business, health professions, or any other field. Because the MSHP program is offered entirely online our program is flexible for both full and part-time students who wish to expand their field of study into exciting and fulfilling healthcare careers. We are supportive of our students’ career objectives and provide curricular options to match those objectives.

Admission Requirements

Application Deadline: Thirty days prior to the start of every semester.

• Spring – December 1

• Summer – April 1

• Fall – August 1

To be considered for the Master of Science in Health Professions, applicants must present official documentation of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• GPA

3.0 on a 4.0 scale

• Three (3) Letters of Recommendation

• Personal Essay

300 - 500 word essay describing professional goals and how the degree will accomplish these goals

• TOEFL

Score of 550 (if English is a second language)

University Requirements for Admission can be found in the UTMB General Information Catalog and available at https://utmb.us/4tg

Application

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Applications are open year-round, but must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the start of the semester you wish to attend. Early application completion is highly suggested to ensure enough time for application review.

Tuition and Fees

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Scholarships Available

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CURRICULUM

The Master of Science in Health Professions is a distance learning degree program that requires a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework that includes 15 credit hours of core curriculum and 15 credit hours of required coursework. Students may also take 2-3 hours of electives. The program is self-paced but is generally completed in three to five semesters. The MSHP is a degree for persons with a bachelor’s degree in arts or sciences.

Accreditation

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate, masters, doctoral, and professional degrees.

For additional information about the Master of Science in Health Professions Program at UTMB, please visit our website at: http://shp.utmb.edu/mshp

Nutrition and Metabolism Combined Master of Science Degree with Dietetic Internship (MS/DI)

The Department of Nutrition, Metabolism, and Rehabilitation Sciences offers a full-time combined Master of Science and Dietetic Internship (MS/DI) program. Students enrolled in the MS/DI program are trained to become credentialed registered dietitian nutritionists. Students receive in-class, online, and hands on training opportunities in a variety of settings including hospitals, schools, research laboratories, and in the community.

The UTMB MS/DI combined program is specifically intended for those seeking eligibility to sit for the Registration Examination for Dietitians and become credentialed as a Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN).

Our program concentration focuses on Patient/Client-Centered Care, a fundamental component of high-quality healthcare and a core competency for all health professionals. For those interested in research experience, all research opportunities will remain available as a selective/specialty rotation.

Dietetic Internship

• CLINICAL- Minimum 480 hours

o Acute care at UTMB or another area hospital

o Clinical specialty rotations: renal, organ transplant, diabetes, inborn errors of metabolism, burns, pediatrics

• FOOD SERVICE- Minimum 240 hours

o Hospital and school food service opportunities

• COMMUNITY- Minimum 200 hours

o Galveston’s Own Farmers Market, UTMB WIC, Harris County AgriLife, H-E-B, and local food banks

• SELECTIVE/SPECIALITY- Minimum 240 hours

o NASA Nutritional Biochemistry Lab, federally funded laboratories at UTMB and the Texas Medical Center, eating disorders, sports nutrition, long-term care, oncology

• STAFF RELIEF- Minimum 80 hours

o May be completed at any prior rotation site

Program Facts

• Emphasis on Patient/Client-Centered Care

• Graduates complete a Master of Science and Dietetic Internship in 4 semesters/16 months/44 credits

o Students matriculate in Fall semester (late August) and graduate the following Fall (December)

o 24 credit hours of coursework on UTMB campus; 20 credit hours for the internship

o Classes on the Galveston campus occur all 4 semesters of the program every Monday

o Internship occurs all 4 semesters of the program (Tuesday- Friday)

• 1240 internship hours primarily in greater Houston and Galveston, TX areas

• 20 Slots - prospective students submit applications to both DICAS and UTMB

• Graduates are eligible to sit for the Registration Examination for Dietitians administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. After passing the exam, graduates become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

• Most graduates find employment in clinical nutrition or nutrition counseling

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Nutrition and Metabolism department’s combined Master of Science and Dietetic Internship program, applicants must provide the following:

• Successful completion of an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), as evidenced by an original Verification Statement signed by the DPD program director. Universities offering the prerequisite program may be found at the following link:

• Minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4-point scale)

• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score is not required for application or admission.

• Applicants must complete a UTMB School of Health Professions application by February 15th of each year at:

• The admissions committee reviews all of the applications and determines if the applicant should move to the next stages of the process, which is a live video interview.

• The video interview with our admissions committee is a requirement for consideration. Interviews last approximately 10 - 15 minutes and all applicants are asked the same questions. The committee will contact you via email from the MS/DI program director and applicants should regularly check their university email junk/spam folders during the month of March.

University Requirements for Admission can be found in the UTMB General Information Catalog and available at https://utmb.us/4tg

Application

Applicants must submit an application through DICAS by February 15th of each year at: https://portal.dicas.org and complete computer matching form at http://www.dnddigital.com

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Tuition and Fees

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Scholarships Available

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Accreditation

Fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics through 2024.

For additional information about the Nutrition and Metabolism Program at UTMB, please visit our website at: http://shp.utmb.edu/nutr

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Certificate in Interdisciplinary Pain Management

The Department of Nutrition, Metabolism, and Rehabilitation Sciences (NMRS), within the School of Health Professions at the University of Texas Medical Branch, announces a graduate certificate program in Interdisciplinary Pain Management. Applicants for this 12-credit certificate program will possess a Bachelor’s degree or Graduate degree in any healthcare professional arena. Specific course requirements and other prerequisites will be required to be accepted into the program, including a virtual interview with the course director.

Curriculum

The Interdisciplinary Pain Management Certificate Program is an online course whereby individuals from various healthcare and biological science backgrounds interact and learn about the pain sciences through the lens of an interdisciplinary approach. The program will include multiple online resources, including live didactic lectures on different topics and pre-recorded lectures. The program facilitates a dynamic and evidence-based course incorporating an interdisciplinary and biopsychosocial model that examines chronic and complex pain through pain neuroscience, pain assessment, pain management, and complex pain pathologies.

The program curriculum plan includes 3 semesters, totaling 12 credit hours or 180 contact hours. Two of the 3 semesters will include 3 credit hours each (one course per semester, or 45 contact hours per semester), and one of the semesters will include 6 credit hours (2 courses for a total of 90 contact hours).

The courses will be comprised of virtual, synchronous sessions as well as independent study/reading and assignments.

The rationale for the Certificate in Interdisciplinary Pain Management

The Global Burden of Disease Study 2016 stated that the high prominence of pain and pain-related diseases and disorders is the foremost cause of disability and disease burden globally. Chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) is a global condition that has a significant impact on the lives of those individuals suffering from pain-related symptoms. Chronic pain (CP) physiological mechanisms are complex and necessitate a complete biopsychosocial approach to management, and therefore the need for an interdisciplinary approach. There are currently very few courses, globally, that facilitate interdisciplinary pain management learning, hence the need for this certificate program at UTMB, which embraces an interdisciplinary learning model surrounding pain science. In addition, the online format for this course crosses geographical barriers and allows further access to individuals wishing to learn more about interdisciplinary pain science, including pain management.

Admission Requirements

Admission Semester: Summer 2023

Application Opens: Currently Available - Apply Today!

Admission Deadline: March 1

Admission Criteria: To be considered for the Certificate in Interdisciplinary Pain Management, applicants must present evidence of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Graduate Degree related to any healthcare professional program i.e., Medicine, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Physician Assistant, Psychology, Dietetics, Nutrition, or other related programs

• Sealed Official Transcript(s): Applicants must arrange to have transcripts from EVERY regionally accredited U.S. institution they have attended. UTMB only accepts official transcripts sent directly to UTMB by the issuing institution. Applicants are strongly encouraged to request their transcripts be sent electronically to UTMB whenever possible. This greatly expedites processing and improves the accuracy of a transcript evaluation. The accepted standard for this process in Texas goes by the name SPEEDE. The school code for UTMB is 004952

• Evidence of prior coursework in physiology and/or biology, anatomy, neuroscience, or related courses.

• GPA 3.0 and above on a 4.0 GPA scale

• If the native language is not English, a minimum score of 550 for the TOEFL PBT, or a minimum score of 79 on the TOEFL iBT (internet-based)

•

One (1) Letter of Recommendation

• Personal Essay of 300-500 words describing professional goals and how the certificate program will help you accomplish these goals.

UTMB Application and/or Supplemental Application

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Tuition and Fees

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Scholarships Available

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For additional information about the Certificate in Interdisciplinary Pain Management at UTMB, please visit our website at: https://www.utmb.edu/shp/nmrs/cipm

Nondiscrimination, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

The University of Texas Medical Branch, in compliance with applicable federal laws and regulations, strives to maintain an environment free from discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or veteran status. This includes, but is not limited to, academic program admissions, employment, financial aid, health care services, educational services, and access to UTMB programs, facilities, or services. This applies to all employees and students, and anyone who utilizes UTMB facilities.

Occupational Therapy

Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (entry-level)

Occupational Therapy students are creative, patient and understanding and should be interested in helping others. Students will enjoy working with people of all ages with physical, emotional, or environmental challenges to help them participate more fully in life. Blending science, research, and art are important for students as they will be expected to help children and adults facing physical and mental challenges to be as active as possible at home, school, work, and play.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the entry-level Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program, applicants must present official documentation of the following student competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in any area of study from an accredited college/university at the time of matriculation into the OTD program

• Prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better completed by the Spring semester before you start the OTD program in the fall. You will not be able to take prerequisite courses during the summer semester.

• At least one (1) Anatomy & Physiology course be completed in order to apply to the program.

• Documentation of at least 20 clock hours of observation, volunteer or paid experience in one or more occupational therapy settings prior to the time of application. The applicant must independently locate volunteer settings.

Program Overview

• Three (3) professional recommendations. At least one of these recommendations must be from a supervisor (either an OTR or COTA) during your observation, volunteer or work setting.

• Complete and submit online application with the Occupational Therapist Centralized Application Service (OTCAS) by October 15.

• Submit all official transcripts from each college and university that you have attended directly to OTCAS.

• After your OTCAS application is in the verified status, UTMB will send an email to the applicant with the link for the supplemental application.

• Pay appropriate fees to OTCAS (varies) and UTMB ($40).

The entry-level Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD) program includes both didactic and clinical courses totaling 114 credit hours of coursework over a period of 3 years. Level I Fieldwork is embedded in the first 2 years with Fieldwork Practicums. Level II Fieldwork follows successful completion of all didactic courses with the capstone experience at the end of the 3rd year.

All fieldwork education and doctoral capstone must be completed within 24 months of completion of academic coursework.

Accreditation

The professional course of study in occupational therapy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education. For more information, visit www.acoteonline.org

Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) 6116 Executive Boulevard, Suite 200 North Bethesda, MD 20852-4929 (301) 652-6611

Board Certification

National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy 12 South Summit Avenue, Suite 100 Gaithersburg, MD 20877-4150

For more information, visit http://www.nbcot.org

Application

Applications are submitted through the Occupational Therapist Centralized Application Service, known as OTCAS. To learn more about OTCAS and to submit your application, visit https://otcas.liaisoncas.com

UTMB Application and/or Supplemental Application

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Tuition and Fees

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Scholarships Available

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School of Health Professions Occupational erapy

Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

A critical need exists for occupational therapists who have:

• advanced administrative or managerial skills,

• the capacity to develop innovative models of service delivery,

• the ability to effectively educate those entering the workplace,

• a grasp of research methods that allows evidence-based practice,

• the skills and knowledge sufficient to evaluate systems of care, and

• the leadership skills to advocate for the profession.

UTMB offers a course of study that will prepare students to assume leadership roles within professional organizations, to fill management positions in clinical settings, and to serve as faculty in educational programs.

The post-professional OTD program is affordable, delivered 100% online, and flexible enough to allow part-time options as needed. Students who complete the program have the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve AOTA’s Vision 2025:

“Occupational therapy maximizes health, well-being, and quality of life for all people, populations, and communities through effective solutions that facilitate participation in everyday living.”

Program Overview

The educational model is for the self-directed adult learner who brings professional and personal experiences to their education. The online format allows students to add advanced education while maintaining clinical practice. The program is delivered in an accelerated format over six to seven semesters. Part-time options are available.

Graduates of the program:

• Engage in evidence-based practice

• Design and implement client-centered, theory-driven, and occupation-centered interventions

• Disseminate information and skills that broaden OT knowledge for clients, colleagues, and students

• Advocate for clients, communities, populations, and the profession of occupational therapy

• Through lifelong learning and best practice strategies, transition to leaders or managers

• Develop skills in adult education and seek out faculty or teaching positions

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Admission Requirements

Applicants must present official documentation to Enrollment Services for the following:

• A complete UTMB application with a $60.00 non-refundable application fee and a letter of application

• A personal statement addressing goals and reasons for wanting to pursue doctoral level academic work

• Three letters of recommendation from persons who can evaluate the applicant’s potential for doctoral study. One letter must be from an OT

• Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended sent directly to Enrollment Services

Prerequisite Courses

OTD applicants must complete the following prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better.

Prerequisites do not need to be completed by the application deadline. However, if accepted they must be completed by spring semester of the year of enrollment. No prerequisites are offered on the UTMB campus.

These are the prerequisite courses required of OTD applicants:

Applicants must present official documentation to the Department of Occupational Therapy for the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in any area of study from an accredited college/ university at the time of matriculation into the OTD program

• Prerequisite courses completed by the Spring semester before you start the OTD program in the fall. You will not be able to take prerequisite courses during the summer semester

• At least one (1) Anatomy & Physiology course completed before being accepted to the program

• Documentation of at least 20 clock hours of observation, volunteer or paid experience in one or more occupational therapy settings prior to the time of application. The applicant must independently locate volunteer settings

• Three (3) professional recommendations. At least one of these recommendations must be from a supervisor (either an OTR or COTA) during your observation, volunteer or work setting

University Requirements for Admission can be found in the UTMB General Information Catalog and available at https://utmb.us/4tg

Notes:

* Human Movement or Physics - Analysis of Movement, Biomechanics, or Anatomical Kinesiology

** Neurological Basis for Human Behavior - Physiology Psychology, Behavioral Neurosciences, Biopsychology, Brain and Behavior, Neuroanatomy, Neurobiology, Neurophysiology, or Neuroscience

*** Behavioral Sciences - Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Anthropology, or Introduction to Psychology

Curriculum

BSc in OT to Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

• 40-credit hour program

• Taken in just over two years (seven semesters)

• Requires one preparatory semester of 6-credit hours

• Starts in the fall (Late August)

MOT to Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

• 34-credit hour program

• Taken over two years (six semesters)

• Starts in the spring (early January)

For additional information about the Post-Professional Doctorate in Occupational Therapy Program at UTMB please visit our website at: https://shp.utmb.edu/OccupationalTherapy

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Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Physical Therapy is a dynamic and rewarding profession that helps patients optimize movement and function to get their lives back into motion. The Physical Therapist (PT) works with people of all ages in a variety of settings. PTs utilize the latest scientific evidence on musculoskeletal, neurological, and circulatory systems to examine patients and develop a plan of care to reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. They educate patients on strategies to implement in their daily activities to prevent injury and manage their health to function optimally in life.

The DPT graduates earn their degree from an accredited PT program, pass the national licensure examination, qualify for licensure in the state where they practice and find their most desired job. Our faculty of highly trained educators and researchers, combined with our vigorous and challenging curriculum provides the catalyst for graduates to successfully enter the profession of physical therapy.

UTMB offers two entry-level DPT programs: Residential and Hybrid. Both require the same admission criteria, and they both offer the students the opportunity to obtain an array of real-world skills beyond the classroom like independent research skills, proficient communication, and time management to optimize learning.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The University of Texas Medical Branch, School of Health Professions is committed to recruiting and admitting a diverse class of highly qualified students. This includes applicants of all ethnicities, races, cultures, ages, gender, sexual identities, religions, and life experiences represented in the population of the State of Texas.

Qualities Needed to be a Physical Therapist

Physical therapy requires excellent judgment and problem-solving abilities, compassion, tact, flexibility and patience. Because of the direct patient contact involved, the physical therapist must enjoy working with people and be able to make each patient’s rehabilitation goals a priority. The physical therapist must also win the confidence, trust and commitment of the patient. Good verbal and written communication skills are extremely important. Conversational Spanish is an asset for physical therapists practicing in Texas.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The Residential Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is a 9 semester, 100 credit hour curriculum. Lectures and hands-on labs are delivered predominantly through traditional in-person classroom settings on campus during the week. This program provides more opportunities for participation in local community service and clinical practice activities.

The Hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is an 8 semester, 96 credit hour curriculum. This hybrid program offers online activities and live virtual classroom lectures to accommodate distance learning. The program is a blend of online, both synchronous and selfpaced instruction, and on-site activities. The mandatory immersion sessions on campus are scheduled 7–10 days per semester, typically in 2 blocks, for hands-on skills practice.

Program Prerequisites

Credit Hours

To be considered for admission to the UTMB residential or hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs, applicants must present official documentation of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree and all prerequisite courses at an accredited college or university completed by May of the year in which you wish to begin the program.

• 40 hours of specific UTMB prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better. All Math and Science prerequisite credits must be less than 10 years old.

• Minimum of 3.0 overall GPA and a minimum of 3.0 math/science GPA on all courses coded MATH, BIOL, CHEM, PHYS (Kinesiology and statistics courses are not included in this calculation).

• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (code for UTMB is 3775).

• Completion of at least 80 hours of paid or volunteer PT work.

• 3 Personal/Professional references. At least one person must be a Physical Therapist who supervised your work or volunteer experience.

• Student honors and awards, professional and community involvement, and work/volunteer experience.

• Transcripts from every college attended. Transcripts must be directly sent from each university.

To view curriculums of both programs, visit: https://utmb.us/6ln

Suggestions

• The following courses are not required, but if taken as electives, would provide a strong base for the DPT curriculum:

º Sociology

º Anatomy

º Management

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University Requirements for Admission can be found in the UTMB General Information Catalog and available at https://utmb.us/4tg

Accreditation

The Physical Therapy Program at the University of Texas Medical Branch is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

For more information: www.capteonline.org

Application

Deadline: November 1

Applications are submitted through the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service, known as PTCAS. To learn more about PTCAS, visit www.ptcas.org

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Scholarships Available

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Nondiscrimination, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

º Technical Writing

• Physical Education activities classes are neither counted as electives, nor used in the calculation of overall GPA.

• Waiver request / Course Substitution Approval Process

An applicant may obtain approval of a course that does not exactly meet prescribed requirements if a waiver is requested and accepted. It is the applicant’s responsibility to petition the UTMB PT Admissions Committee for course approval. This is done by submitting the waiver request identifying the course the applicant wishes to have waived and the course to be considered as a replacement. The request must include a course syllabus (not a course description). We may also ask you to submit the name of the textbook used in the course and or a course schedule.

For additional information about the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at UTMB please visit our website at: http://shp.utmb.edu/PhysicalTherapy

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Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist Assistant to Doctor of Physical Therapy Bridge Program

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, School of Health Professions offers a hybrid-based program with minimal on-campus requirements for Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) to earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.

Bridge Program Facts

• Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

• An accelerated two-year and 3 month curriculum.

• Online modules.

• Two to three on-campus requirements per semester.

• 30 Weeks of full-time clinical rotations during the last 4 semesters with relocation or travel requirements.

• Maximum of 14 credits per semester.

• Students may work while enrolled in the program. A maximum of 20 hours per week is recommended.

Our History

The UTMB physical therapy program is the oldest in the state of Texas with a strong alumni base. This program was accredited in 1944. The UTMB student body is praised as one of the most diverse in the country. The Bridge Program was established in 2015 to allow Physical Therapist Assistants to obtain a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

The Bridge Program prepares the student in patient management from evaluation to treatment, application of evidence-based practice, leadership, education and research. http://shp.utmb.edu/PhysicalTherapy

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Bridge Physical Therapy Program, applicants must present official documentation of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree and all prerequisite courses by December 31st of the year in which the application is submitted.

• Graduate of a CAPTE accredited PTA program.

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license.

• A minimum of two years of work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

• Transcripts from every college attended. Transcripts must be directly sent from each university to PTCAS.

• Minimum of 3.0 overall GPA on a 4.0 scale in all areas

o Overall

o Mathematics and Science

o Physical Therapist Assistant Program

• Score on the Graduate Record Examination. GRE scores must be received in PTCAS by the application deadline. UTMB GRE code is 3775.

• Submission in PTCAS of three names with email addresses for online recommendations. One contact must be a supervising PT. One person must be a PTA educator from the PTA program you attended.

• Student Profile Sheet.

University Requirements for Admission can be found in the UTMB General Information Catalog and available at https://utmb.us/4tg

Application

Applications are submitted through the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service, known as PTCAS. Applicants applying to the PTA to DPT Bridge Program will apply online using the PTCAS Application. To learn more about PTCAS, visit www.ptcas.org

UTMB Application and/or Supplemental Application

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Tuition and Fees

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Scholarships Available

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For additional information about the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at UTMB please visit our website at: http://shp.utmb.edu/PhysicalTherapy

Suggestions

• The following courses are not required, but if taken as electives, would provide a strong base for the DPT curriculum:

º Sociology

º Anatomy

º Management

º Technical Writing

º Neuroscience

º Exercise Physiology

º Medical Terminology

• Physical Education activities classes are neither counted as electives, nor used in the calculation of overall GPA.

• Waiver request / Course Substitution Approval Process

An applicant may obtain approval of a course that does not exactly meet prescribed requirements if a waiver is requested and accepted. It is the applicant’s responsibility to petition the UTMB PT Admissions Committee for course approval. This is done by submitting the waiver request identifying the course the applicant wishes to have waived and the course to be considered as a replacement. The request must include a course syllabus (not a course description). We may also ask you to submit the name of the textbook used in the course and or a course schedule.

Respiratory Care

Master of Science in Respiratory Care (entry level)

The Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program (MSRC) is designed for those just beginning their professional training with little prior knowledge of Respiratory Care and requires 94 semester hours of professional course work after entry into the program.

A Master of Science in Respiratory Care offers professional development and career advancement opportunities. Career growth possibilities include, but are not limited to, advanced practice, management, research, industry, education, and disease management.

Respiratory therapists are skilled at assessment, treatment, and care of patients with acute respiratory failure to include support of oxygenation and ventilation, and care of patients with pneumonia, sepsis, and adult respiratory distress syndrome. Respiratory therapists specialize in areas like neonatal care, pediatric care, adult critical care, and cardiopulmonary diagnostics.

Job Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of respiratory therapists is projected to grow 19 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Growth in the middle-aged and older population will lead to an increased incidence of respiratory conditions such as pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other disorders that can permanently damage the lungs or restrict lung function. Other conditions affecting the general population, such as respiratory problems due to smoking and air pollution, along with respiratory emergencies, will continue to create demand for respiratory therapists. In addition, a growing emphasis on reducing readmissions in hospitals may result in more demand for respiratory therapists in nursing homes and in doctors’ offices. Our graduates have enjoyed successful careers in hospitals in the Texas Medical Center, UTMB Health in Galveston, throughout the State of Texas and the United States.

Our Program

Our faculty to student ratio encourages individualized attention and mentorship. Faculty open-door policy and access has not been hampered by the pandemic; we have shifted to more virtual meetings but encourage face-to-face encounters when masking and social distancing are possible.

Our new 160,000 square foot Health Education Center is a state-of-the-art simulation center where students get to practice hands-on learning, team-based learning, and virtual reality patient care. Our students receive invaluable experiences and training in the Texas Medical Center, surrounding communities and throughout the State of Texas. Interprofessional Education at UTMB plays a vital role in our students learning and success as healthcare professionals. Interprofessional Education and collaboration with other healthcare professions allows our students to become familiar with roles and responsibilities, scope of practice and focuses on team communication.

OUR HISTORY

The Respiratory Care Program at UTMB was established in August of 1993 and has graduated over 300 students. UTMB has received recognition from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) for Distinguished Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credentialing Success annually since 2012.

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Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Respiratory Care program, applicants must present official documentation of the following:

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts

• A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.7 (3.0 preferred) on a 4.0 scale.

• 23 credit hours of specified prerequisites from an accredited college or university.

Application

Application Deadline: July 1

International Students–Application Deadline: May 1

The Department of Respiratory Care uses the Allied Health Centralized Application Service (AHCAS)

Visit the Allied Health Centralized Application Service and sign in or create an account:

https://ahcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/login

New applicants should create an online account. Returning applicants should login and complete the application.

UTMB Application and/or Supplemental Application

Accreditation

The UTMB Respiratory Care Program received a 10 year reaccreditation in November 2016 under the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) through November 30, 2026. For more information visit: http://www.coarc.com

The program also submits an outcomes report to the accrediting agency on an annual basis. Our program has met or exceeded all currently set thresholds for success on each of the required outcome measures.

Since 2011, the program has annually been recognized by CoARC for “Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success.”

For additional information about the Respiratory Care Program please visit our website at http://shp.utmb.edu/respiratorycare

University Requirements for Admission can be found in the UTMB General Information Catalog and available at https://utmb.us/4tg

Open House /Information Sessions

The University of Texas Medical Branch, School of Health Professions is excited to announce that we will be offering both in-person and virtual Open House sessions.

Whether it is virtual or in person, our goal is the same— to introduce you to our school, academic programs, curriculum, philosophy, and the UTMB campus culture.

Presented by our department faculty admissions advisors, our open house sessions offer you the unique opportunity to learn more about admission requirements, prerequisites, application for admission process, degree tracks, and the health professions as they relate to health care delivery and career development and more!

These sessions will consist of a formal presentation followed by time for questions. Individuals attending will have the opportunity to ask questions in real-time.

We invite you to learn more and register for a session at: https://utmb.us/4ln

If you have any questions about our Open House events, please email us at shprecrt@utmb.edu

VIRTUAL CAMPUS TOUR

Explore the School of Health Professions from Home or Anywhere!

Use our Virtual Tour to discover the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Campus through videos, pictures, and more. Whether or not you’ve had the opportunity to visit our campus, these tours will give you a better perspective when it comes to what UTMB has to offer.

LET’S TOUR!

Health Education Center

The Health Education Center (HEC) officially opened its doors on August 1, 2019. Hosting simulation courses since June of the same year, this 161,000 sq ft facility boasts the latest technology in human, non-human, and virtual reality simulation educational equipment. Staffed with experienced support staff, the HEC’s teaching abilities are augmented through strategic faculty partnerships including leaders in simulation training from the SON, SOM, SHP, and GSBS. The HEC is dedicated to providing top quality educational experiences for all of our students, fellows, staff, and community members.

Health Education Center Facts:

• More than 160,000 square feet of space spread across five floors, serving as the centerpiece of UTMB’s educational future

• Currently the largest facility of its kind in the United States

• Represents the most significant addition to UTMB’s educational infrastructure in four decades

• Enables UTMB to provide state-of-the-art training opportunities to a student body that has grown by 45 percent since 2008 across all four professional schools

• The curriculum utilized within the building emphasizes active learning strategies; simulated patient care experiences to build clinical skills; and interdisciplinary education

• Includes various simulation suites featuring a standardized patient suite; an OR Suite; and flexible simulation labs, giving students the opportunities to practice a wide range of medical procedures

• Offers multiple simulation debriefing rooms, where students meet with faculty to assess performance and outline strategies for improvement

• Features collaborative study spaces to accommodate the planned growth of UTMB’s simulation education programs

• $91.6 million cost funded by a combination of State support (Tuition Revenue Bonds) and private philanthropy

• Resilient construction, with all critical equipment located above the facility’s first floor to safeguard against adverse weather

Virtual tour of HEC: https://www.utmb.edu/hec/virtual-tour

AN OVERVIEW OF EACH FLOOR:

Level 1: Collaborative Learning and Social Area Complex

The 1st Floor of the HEC is a dramatic space, where students, faculty, staff and visitors enter along a main promenade. This floor features social areas, collaborative learning studios, a café overlooking an outdoor terrace, expansive windows, donor recognition panels, and an open staircase graced with a dramatic mural heralding UTMB’s rich history. This floor is a space that supports spontaneous interactions between students, faculty and staff to foster collaboration and creativity in problemsolving and learning.

Level 2: Clinical Skills Training Complex

The 2nd Floor of the Health Education Center focuses on the basic educational concepts that all students at UTMB are required to perfect in order to pursue a career in one of the health professions. This floor houses a virtual skills lab, where students work on high-fidelity simulators to develop expertise in the skills they need to be successful in their chosen field.

Level 3: Women and Children’s Health Simulation Complex

The 3rd Floor of the Health Education Center focuses on the health needs of women and children in order to provide the very best in obstetrical and gynecological training, as well as birth, neonatal and pediatric care training for our students. By practicing techniques using manikins, students are able to refine their skills on complex cases in a low risk environment.

Level 4: Standardized Patient Training Complex

On the 4th Floor of the HEC, students work with specially trained actors who simulate a wide range of medical conditions. This helps build students’ diagnostic skills and teaches them to see and treat each patient as a distinct individual, reinforcing the value of compassion in health care. The floor features waiting areas and examination rooms, recreating the environment of a working clinic to provide students with realistic training before entering the workforce.

Level 5: Critical Care Simulation Complex

The 5th Floor of the Health Education Center prepares our students for the most critical of all cases, from the emergency room to the critical care unit. They learn how to work in teams to train for major emergencies, disasters and mass casualty situations, long before they are faced with these crises. From the virtual ambulance bay to the virtual operating room, UTMB students are prepared and drilled to handle the pressures they will one day face in a real hospital.

Architect: EYP Architecture & Engineering

Construction: Vaughn Construction

Art: Skyline Art and commissioned artists, including Ansen Seale, Ron Gordon and others

Wayfinding and Graphic Design: InnerFace Architectural Signage, Inc.

The Island Life...

STUDENT LIFE

The Office of Student Life leads and facilitates cultural, recreational, and social celebrations, and other events for the university community. We collaborate with students and faculty members to implement programs and activities that support students’ personal and professional development, while expanding learning opportunities. There are more than 90 active student organizations at UTMB, where students gain essential life skills in critical thinking, leadership, lifelong learning, and communication, as well as discover multicultural and global perspectives.

Check out Houston

Home to more than 2.2 million residents, Houston is the fourth most populous city—and one of the most diverse—in the U.S.

America’s human spaceflight program is headquartered in Houston. NASA astronauts train at Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, home to mission operations.

Residents and visitors enjoy the great outdoors in Houston’s more than 50,000 acres of green space, including parks, trails, bike paths and nature preserves.

UTMB is part of the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the largest medical complex in the world, with nearly 50 member institutions.

Galveston Island, less than an hour south of Houston, is more than just a resort town. The small city has a long history to match its rich beauty and charm—it’s been the home of buccaneers and tycoon and was once called the “Wall Street of the South” because of the wealth and prosperity garnered as the nation’s second most prosperous port.

Galveston’s historic elegance is often paralleled to that of Charleston, Savannah and New Orleans, with architectural examples from every era since the 1820s. A strong connection to nature also features prominently in Galveston, with the beach and bays,

...And Beyond

endless preserved marshlands, clear skies and open space.

Galveston’s famous Seawall is lined with shops, restaurants and the Pleasure Pier, with game booths and rides. On the bay, the three pyramids of Moody Gardens punctuate the skyline. Here, guests can walk through a tropical rainforest, experience various IMAX films or explore a large aquarium.

Downtown’s Strand and nearby streets are filled with shops, cafes and live music. In December, the island hosts Dickens on the Strand, a festival that revisits the charm of England’s Victorian Era. Mardi Gras Galveston!, Texas’ largest Mardi Gras celebration,

brings grand parades, great bands, food and fun for two weeks in February. Throughout the year, the Strand sees several other large events like the Yaga’s Wild Game BBQ Cookoff, the Lone Star Biker Rally, Oktoberfest and the periodic Art Walks.

Downtown is also the epicenter for the arts in Galveston. The Grand 1894 Opera House hosts several performances throughout its season and, just blocks away, the East End Theater Company runs a several-show season each year with outstanding local actors and producers. Throughout downtown, several art galleries display the talents of local artists.

The Bayou City’s thriving arts scene has ballet, opera, symphony and theater, and the country’s fourth largest museum district, with 19 museums in a 1.5-mile radius

H-Town has become one of the country’s top cities for foodies. The Texas hub is known for its delectable Vietnamese, Mexican and Cajun food, and, of course, barbecue.

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is one of the biggest in the country, attracting 2.5 million visitors annually for its rides, concerts and livestock exhibition.

Sports fans cheer on the 2022 World Series champion Astros, National Basketball Association Rockets, National Football League Texans and Major League Soccer Dynamo.

Tradition & Innovation

For more than 130 years, The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) at Galveston has been innovating health care. The state’s first academic medical center, UTMB has been at the forefront of educational, research and clinical excellence since its founding in 1891. Since the University of Texas Medical Department met for the first time, with 23 students and 13 faculty members, UTMB has grown to a leading institution with more than 3,300 students and nearly 1,000 faculty members. In fact, student enrollment has expanded 42 percent since 2008, helping to meet the critical demand in Texas for health care professionals. Today, UTMB Health’s researchers are making investigative breakthroughs and therapeutic developments that are changing the world, including internationally recognized work on Ebola and Zika. Additionally, the institution’s clinical enterprise is growing dynamically to meet regional health care needs.

What gives UTMB the edge?

UTMB’s Health Education Center features advanced simulation technology for training the future health care workforce.

Real-world educational opportunities are provided to students in UTMB’s extensive and growing network of ambulatory clinics, as well as hospital campuses in Galveston, League City, Clear Lake and Angleton Danbury.

UTMB’s Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences, one of world’s largest university-based vaccine development centers, is a World Health Organization Collaborating Center for Vaccine Research, Evaluation and Training on Emerging Infectious Diseases.

UTMB scientists are conducting cutting-edge research aimed at reducing memory problems associated with Alzheimer’s disease and studying potential links between traumatic brain injuries and neurodegenerative disorders.

The UTMB Sealy Center on Aging is one of 15 Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Centers; it has been continuously funded by the National Institute on Aging since 2000. The Center on Aging is also a World Health Organization/Pan American Health Organization Collaborating Center on Aging and Health.

UTMB is home to the only national lab in Texas and one of two national biocontainment labs in the U.S.

UTMB’s Aerospace Medicine Program celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2023. Its residency program—one of only two at a civilian university in the United States— trains physicians to serve patients who work in extreme environments, including space. The program has a long history of collaboration with NASA and related agencies and commercial ventures.

Level 1 Trauma Center in Galveston provides care to 1.2 million people in a nine-county service area and is one of three such centers serving all ages in populous Southeast Texas; the only trauma center in the region that is also a Level 1 burn center.

UTMB is developing a Brain Health Institute to leverage and amplify its existing expertise in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, stroke, traumatic brain injury and addiction research.

UTMB has an agreement with the Department of Defense to develop vaccines to prevent disease caused by the Ebola, Sudan, Marburg and Lassa viruses. The agreement will provide up to nearly $25 million in funding for the research.

EDUCATIONAL ACCREDITATIONS

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Commission on Colleges

Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics

The Council on Education for Public Health

Council on Accreditation for Respiratory Care

Liaison Committee on Medical Education

The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education

The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education

The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Galveston Campus

For more than a century, UTMB Health has served Texas and Texans from its historic Galveston campus, long anchored by the John Sealy Hospital. The 12-story hospital is in the midst of a multimillion dollar renovation that includes enhanced technological capabilities, expanded patient rooms, including a new Mother/Baby Labor & Delivery Unit and Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and an improved hospital exterior to ensure a healing environment for patients and their families.

In 2016, the Galveston campus expanded with the opening of the Jennie Sealy Hospital, which offers advanced health care services to patients in a soothing, healing environment that also supports stateof-the-art training for future health professionals.

With input from physicians, patients, and medical staff, Jennie Sealy Hospital was designed using evidence-based strategies known to improve quality, safety and efficiency. Patient rooms have beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico or Galveston Bay and are designed to provide a team-based, patient- and family-centered approach to patient care. Natural light engulfs the hospital on Galveston’s East End, and beautiful artwork by local artists adorns the walls throughout the hospital. The lighting, artwork and serenity of the Jennie Sealy Hospital all work to reduce anxiety and speed healing.

Together, the John Sealy and Jennie Sealy hospitals provide a full range of services for infants, children and adults and offers the highest level of care for the most complex needs including a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the Blocker Burn Unit, and a Level I Trauma Center.

The Galveston Campus also has many primary and specialty clinics in addition to diagnostic and other clinical services such as physical and occupational therapy, endoscopy, and radiology and imaging.

League City Campus

This UTMB Health facility was League City’s first hospital, complete with inpatient and outpatient care, medical and surgical specialties, expanded-hours urgent care and a 24-hour emergency department. To meet the needs of the growing communities, a new multilevel patient tower was added to the League City Campus in 2020 that includes a Rapid Decision Unit/Observation Unit, an Intensive Care/Acuity Adaptable Unit and a Medical-Surgical Unit as well as ancillary support for the hospital.

The League City Campus offers advanced health care services to patients in a soothing, healing environment designed by and for patients, families and staff. Architecture, decor and design all reflect a healing environment and a hospital that cares for the patient’s mind, body and spirit.

Our League City Campus delivers the finest inpatient and outpatient care for many services, from top-notch orthopedic and rehabilitation specialists to advanced imaging and laboratory services. Some of the services you will find on our campus are:

• 24-hour emergency department

• expanded-hours urgent care

• surgery services

• orthopedics

• advanced imaging

• breast health – mammography

• gastrointestinal (GI) health

• pharmacy services

• rehabilitation services

• urology

• and much more

Angleton Danbury Campus

Joining the UTMB Health family in 2014, the Angleton Danbury Campus has served southern Brazoria County for more than 50 years.

The hospital offers acute health care services to patients in a soothing, healing environment designed by patients, families and medical staff. Each private, state-of-the-art patient room supports a team-based, patient and family-centered approach to care.

Patients have access to a variety of quality services including:

• 24-hour emergency services

• 3D mammography program

• cardiopulmonary care

• clinical laboratory

• diagnostic imaging services

• outpatient surgery

• rehabilitation

• physical therapy

• wellness center

• and much more

Expanding access to primary care and specialty care, UTMB Health opened the new Dave Bleakney Building at Highway 35 and 288. The new clinic houses the following services: Family Medicine, Endocrinology, Neurology, Orthopedics and Urgent Care.

Your and your family’s health starts here, with skilled and caring doctors and caregivers committed to your wellness. We are honored to serve the families of Brazoria County with the very best in community-based health care.

Clear Lake Campus

Residents of the Bay Area now have access to more innovative care at the UTMB Health Clear Lake Campus with UTMB’s newest hospital and primary and specialty care clinics. The full-service hospital has received Chest Pain Center accreditation and is designated as a Primary Stroke Center. This campus provides a comprehensive range of services including:

• 24-hour emergency department

• pediatric emergency department

• women’s health with labor and delivery

• advanced heart care

• neurosciences/neurosurgery

• pediatric inpatient unit

• pelvic health

• and much more

Working together with physicians in the community, we offer the latest treatment options and advanced procedures to deliver better results—all conveniently nearby.

UNIVERSITY STUDENT SERVICES

The Office of Student Services is committed to working with students, faculty, university administration, and the Student Government Association to enhance the educational experience for all UTMB students. We believe in a student-centered approach to the services we offer, and the development of our students through the delivery of innovative programs that meet the needs of our diverse student body.

The Office of Student Services is an integral part of university life for students. It consists of:

Enrollment Services

Student Health

Counseling and Psychological Services

Student Life

Students with Disabilities

Title IX Compliance

Enrollment Services

The Office of Enrollment Services is your one-stop for the administration of student admissions, financial services, registration, records, and scholarships.

Admissions

Enrollment Services Admissions staff assists all potential students in the application process. Enrollment services prepares your submitted documents - including applications, letters of recommendation, and transcripts.

Registration and Records

Once enrolled at UTMB, the Registration and Records staff can assist you with obtaining transcripts, enrollment and degree certifications, and registration processing. They can also assist you with obtaining information related to any aspect of your student record.

Student Accounts

The Student Accounts staff strives to provide excellent customer service to the UTMB campus community regarding tuition and fee bills, health insurance, third party payers, refunds, and 1098T forms.

Financial Aid

Enrollment Services Financial Aid staff assists all students with every aspect of the financial aid process.

Student Life

The mission of Student Life is to collaborate with students and the UTMB community to implement programs and activities that support students’ involvement on campus and in their community, enhance their personal and professional development, and play a significant role in their learning experience.

Student Health and Counseling

Student Health and Counseling provides primary care for enrolled students, with an emphasis on wellness and prevention.

The Office of Student Diversity, Health, Inclusion and Equity

The Office of Student Diversity, Health, Inclusion, and Equity primarily focuses its efforts on the recruitment, retention, education, and graduation of a group of diverse, minority and underrepresented students who will mirror the population of the State of Texas. Its aim is to increase work force diversity through pipeline program initiatives.

For more information, please visit: https://www.utmb.edu/studentservices

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