Dean's Welcome

College of Health Professions and Sciences

Welcome to the College of Health Professions and Sciences

We’re proud to be a leader in health education, research, clinical practice, and service.

Located on the main campus and UCF Downtown, the college is home to 7,200 undergraduate and graduate students who study a range of health and wellness disciplines. Our programs include: health sciences, athletic trainingcommunication sciences and disorderskinesiologyphysical therapy, social work and health management and informatics. Students prepare for careers that cover prevention through diagnosis to long-term treatmentrehabilitative care, and administrative leadership, supporting both healthcare systems and patients across the lifespan.

Our faculty and staff are focused on preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals and teaching students to be innovative thinkers, researchers, scientists, leaders and compassionate care providers. Students can learn through state-of-the-art simulation technology, work alongside faculty researchers who are leaders in their field, serve patients at our community clinics, and participate in unique internships and experiences.

Through our partnership in the UCF Academic Health Sciences Center, our students and faculty collaborate on interprofessional training and research that strengthens knowledge, and advances healthcare delivery in our community, the nation and the world.

Together, we’re transforming healthcare and improving lives.

Matthew Theriot

Sincerely,

Matthew Theriot

Dean, College of Health Professions and Sciences

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