School of Health Sciences
The School of Health Sciences comprises a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in the fields of child life, kinesiology, physical therapy, and public health. All programs within the school carry a distinctly Christian perspective that challenges students intellectually and spiritually while remaining flexible and student-oriented. For working professionals engaged in evolving careers, APU’s creative scheduling offers courses on APU’s Azusa campus and at regional locations throughout Southern California.
Accreditation
All Azusa Pacific programs are accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, and professional programs in the School of Health Sciences have earned the following specialized accreditations:
- The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
- The Master of Arts in Physical Education and Single Subject Teaching Credential is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- The Master of Arts in Physical Education and Single Subject Teaching Credential, Master of Arts in Physical Education with an Adapted Physical Education Specialist Credential, and Adapted Physical Education Specialist Credential programs are accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)
- APU’s Master of Public Health program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) as an MPH program with a health equity specialization. As part of the program, students select 9 units of elective coursework, which allows students to group three electives of their choice to fit their public health interests and/or career goals.