Health Science, MHS

Mission Statement

The mission of the MHS program is to graduate students with advanced knowledge in practice excellence who have the leadership and critical thinking skills necessary to promote their professions. High priority is placed on active inquiry, critical thinking, and reflective practice to promote leaders within the health science profession and the community. 

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the MHS program, graduates will demonstrate the ability to

• engage in personal and professional development and lifelong learning activities;
• develop knowledge of fundamental concepts from which one can develop a collaborative approach to solving problems;
• apply evidence in decision-making associated with current healthcare practice;
• interact in a manner that demonstrates effective communication for various audiences and purposes;
• display qualities of integrity and professionalism in healthcare practice to advance the profession;
• use leadership skills to promote self and profession; and
• conceptualize and make decisions in individual activities with a sense of independence in discovering information, fostering new ideas, and solving problems.

Admission Requirements

See Admissions, Records, and Registration .

Academic Requirements

To remain in the MHS program, the student must

• maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, and
• complete the 7 required courses and any 5 elective courses.

Program Overview

There are 36 required credits that will be taken over the span of 6 trimesters (students can move at a faster pace).

Core coursework is required (7 courses; 21 credits), while electives can be assembled to achieve an emphasis area (5 courses; 15 credits). The University will also consider accepting graduate credits from other accredited institutions. Please refer to the Transfer Credit Policy  for further information on transfer credits.

Four Specializations

• Teaching and Learning
• Executive Leadership
• Athletic Training
• Informatics

Delivery of MHS Coursework

All coursework in the MHS program is offered in an online delivery format with the exception of the IPE 7575 Team-Based Emergency Care course, which requires a face-to-face immersion. This course is optional within the Athletic Training Specialization.

Optional Immersions for all MHS Students

MHS students are eligible to attend the optional on-campus immersions imbedded in the the following courses:

• IPE 7000/B
• IPE 7050/B
• IPE 7121/B
• IPE 7421/B

During immersions, several units of the online course will be completed through collaborative, interprofessional teamwork with peers. As a result of attending these optional immersions, the completion of the course will be accelerated. It will conclude 4–5 weeks prior to the end of the term.

Optional Immersion for Athletic Training Specialization

This online master’s program recommends that all students complete a 3-day, face-to-face immersion that focuses on various areas of health sciences. Students who are certified and/or licensed athletic trainers and who pursue the Athletic Training specialization can take advantage of an immersion that fulfills the professional rescuer requirements for maintaining board certification and/or licensure. This immersion is part of the Emergency in Athletic Training course and is the only in-person portion of the curriculum. The student is responsible for the cost of travel and other associated expenses with all immersions. Immersions will be offered on one of the following USAHS campuses: San Marcos, California; St. Augustine or Miami, Florida; or Austin, Texas.

Time Limit

It is required that MHS students complete all program requirements within 6 trimesters or 2 years. An extension of up to 1 year may be requested. 

Tuition and Fees

See Financial Information .