Master of Science in Health Science – Rehabilitation Science Specialization
MSHS Program Overview
The Master of Science in Health Science – Rehabilitation Science Specialization is dedicated to preparing students for study in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Providing basic science education and skills applicable in the clinic, our mission is to strengthen graduates’ applications into Doctor of Physical Therapy programs. Graduates who successfully complete all program requirements will be offered automatic admission into the second year of Spalding’s DPT program.
The MSHS-RS will use a hybrid/low-residency delivery of its curriculum, building on Spalding University’s tradition of flexible education that meets the needs of the times. The lecture portion of the curriculum will be offered online, and hands-on laboratory courses will be taught in the Physical Therapy on-campus facilities in downtown Louisville, KY.
- Full and part-time options are available
- An academic plan will be developed outlining course sequence upon admission
Courses
Spalding’s 33-credit Master of Science in Health Science can be completed as a part-time or full-time degree program. Coursework prepares students for a fulfilling career at the forefront of healthcare practices that value holistic well-being. Courses include Mind-Body Health and Wellness, Health Innovation Fundamentals, and Integrative Approaches to Chronic Illness. Each student also completes a capstone project in integrative health.
To prepare students for study in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program, our Master of Science in Health Science – Rehabilitation Science Specialization provides basic science education and skills applicable to the clinic. Graduates who successfully complete all program requirements will be offered automatic admission into the second year of Spalding’s DPT program.
Tuition
Could a Master of Science in Health Science be your next step toward wellness? Learn about tuition and fees for our program, as well as your financial aid options.
Early Admission
Undergraduate students currently working on the degree requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Health Science, or a related undergraduate degree, are eligible to apply for early admission to the Master of Science in Health Science program.
- 75 hours must be completed at the undergraduate level before applying
- The student must have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher after completing 75 hours
- Before enrolling, the student must meet all current admission requirements and be accepted into the graduate program
- Nine (9) credit hours (3 graduate courses) in the program can satisfy 9 credit hours in the undergraduate program
Opportunities in Health Science
The rising global wellness industry, projected to reach $4.9 trillion by 2025 (Global Wellness Institute), indicates a shifting focus toward preventive and holistic approaches to healthcare
The demand for wellness coaches is expected to grow by 35% (National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching)
Occupations that focus on supporting wellness are projected to have strong growth and many openings from 2021 to 2031—with most having wages that were higher than the median for all workers in 2021 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistic)
Employment in these occupations is projected to grow above the 5% average for all occupations over the decade (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistic)
Admission Requirements
Ready to meet the needs of the times through holistic healthcare? Discover how Spalding’s MSHS – Rehabilitation Science Specialization can accelerate your career on your terms.
Accreditation
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees.
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The projected 17% growth in healthcare occupations (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics) includes a demand for integrative health practitioners
High-Impact Career Preparation
Meet the needs of the times by contributing to positive health outcomes. Health science professionals excel in a range of roles, including:
- Rehabilitation consultant within various business and organizations, including:
- Community health organizations
- Residential care facilities
- Home healthcare agencies
- Administrative or support role in any company in the health care industry such as:
- Medical center
- Fitness or wellness center
- Educational facility
- Medical Assistant, administrator, receptionist or other support role in a licensed naturopathic clinic or other healthcare setting
- Medical professionals wishing to increase their knowledge of health and wellness to augment a new or existing practice, including:
- Medical doctors
- Pharmacists
- Veterinarians
- Respiratory therapists
- Continue on to a doctor of physical therapy program
“The Master of Science in Health Science – Rehabilitation Track acts as another way for students to enter Spalding’s entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Alternatively, it can strengthen graduates’ application to other DPT programs.”
Dr. Jason Ashby, Program Director
Spalding’s Master of Science in Health Science program is led by the Kosair for Kids School of Physical Therapy faculty.
A Note on Program Accreditation
The Master of Science in Health Science – Rehabilitation Science Specialization consists of first-year DPT program courses. It is intended to allow graduates to increase their applications into entry-level DPT programs. Upon successful completion, graduates will be allowed entry into the second year of the DPT program. When taken as a separate program, it does not allow graduates to take the National Physical Therapy Examination, or prepare graduates to practice as physical therapists. Thus, this program is not subject to accreditation by CAPTE.
