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School of allied health


As part of the College of Health at the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ, the School of Allied Health is home to training programs and facilities for allied health professionals.
 
Allied health programs are specifically designed to prepare graduates for work in rewarding careers in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ's rapidly growing health care industry. In addition to instruction by allied health professionals, most programs provide experiential education with students working alongside health professionals in real-work situations.
 
The School of Allied Health also offers continuing educational opportunities for experienced professionals who are in need of a refresher course or looking to expand their earning potential in the job field.


ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

 


NEWS & Stories

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    More than two years into the pandemic, vaccines are widely available and most health measures have been lifted. But there are still Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æns who have difficulty accessing vaccines or who have continued health risk in spite of them. Sondra LeClair, Health Projects Coordinator, UAA Center for Human Development, discusses vaccine access for individuals with disabilities in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ.


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Student Clubs

The School of Allied Health is home to two clubs at UAA. Learn more about the Medical Laboratory Science Club and Pre-Pharmacy Club by visiting the Student Opportunities page.

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Student Scholarships

The School of Allied Health provides a variety of scholarship opportunities for allied health students. Learn more about the UAA School of Allied Health Administration Scholarship, Second Chance Scholarship, Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Pharmacists Association Pharmacy Technician Scholarship, and Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Pharmacists Association Pre-Pharmacy Scholarships available.

 

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Contact Us:
Phone: (907) 786-4346
Email: uaa_alliedhealth@alaska.edu

 

Location:

UAA School of Allied Health
Allied Health Sciences Building
3500 Seawolf Drive, Suite 148
Anchorage, Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ 99508

 

Mailing Address:
UAA School of Allied Health 
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3211 Providence Drive, AHS 148
Anchorage, Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ 99508