College of Health Professions
M. Gary Sayed, Ph.D.
San Marcos Campus Dean's Office
Encino Hall Room 201
Telephone: 512-245-3300 Fax: 512-245-3791
www.health.txstate.edu
Round Rock Campus Dean's Office
Avery 265
Telephone: 512-716-4200
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Associate Dean for Research
Arzu Ari, Ph.D.
Medical Laboratory Science–Rodney E. Rohde, Ph.D.
Communication Disorders–Farzan Irani, Ph.D.
Health Administration–Cristian Lieneck, Ph.D.
Health Informatics and Information Management–David L. Gibbs, Ph.D.
Health Sciences-Marla Erbin-Roesemann, Ph.D.
Nursing–Theresa Garcia, Ph.D.
Physical Therapy–Karen Gibbs, Ph.D. (Interim Chair)
Radiation Therapy–Megan L. Trad, Ph.D.
Respiratory Care–S. Chris Russian, Ph.D. (Interim Chair)
The College of Health Professions prepares students for meaningful careers in healthcare through its professional, technical, clinical, and academic programs. The college is committed to driving innovation, fostering excellence, and advocating for positive transformation within the healthcare field, while also enhancing public awareness and perception of healthcare professions.
Graduate degrees are available in communication disorders, healthcare administration, health informatics and information management, nursing, physical therapy, and respiratory care. Students benefit from experiential learning through more than 1,200 affiliated hospitals and healthcare organizations that serve as teaching sites.
Admission Requirements
Programs within the College of Health Professions have specific admission requirements in addition to those required for admission to Texas State University. Many programs also require students to obtain professional liability insurance, meet immunization standards and submit to background checks and drug testing.
Immunization Requirements
Students must submit a Health Report completed by a licensed provider and comply with required immunizations prior to placement in any clinical or internship experience. Detailed information and required forms are available through the appropriate program, department, or school office.
Background Check and Drug Screening
Placement at some professional practice sites requires completion of a background check and/or drug screening in accordance with site-specific requirements. Information regarding background check and drug screening procedures will be provided by the relevant program, department, or school. Prior misdemeanor or felony convictions under applicable sections of the Texas Penal Code may impact eligibility for professional licensure following graduation.
