Ph.D. in Health Professions Education

Working Professional Format

This program is designed for working professionals with classes held online. Courses are offered through a blend of both synchronous and asynchronous virtual class sessions, with guided online work completed independently throughout the semester.

Coursework can be completed in six semesters (no more than six credit hours per semester) with the dissertation completed in semesters seven and eight.

Career Preparation

The degree prepares students from diverse healthcare backgrounds for college and university teaching, leadership, and research careers.

Graduates of the program will fill the significant shortages of academically qualified faculty to meet regional and professional accrediting body requirements in healthcare related fields including, but not limited to, nursing, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, speech-language pathology, medical laboratory sciences, imaging sciences, pharmacy, physician assistants, radiation therapy, dental hygiene, and health care administration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How would this program benefit me in the workplace?
Bellarmine’s Ph.D. in Health Professions Education curriculum prepares students to teach in both university and clinical settings.

Would I be eligible for financial assistance?
Yes. You will want to file the FAFSA and apply for federal loans at fafsa.ed.gov. Graduate students are eligible for loans in the amount of $20,500 per academic year (fall, spring, and summer) while enrolled.

Will I be assigned a program advisor who will mentor me and guide me through my course work?
Yes. Each graduate student will have a program advisor who serves as a mentor to assist with course selection, practicum site identification, and dissertation efforts.

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Admission Requirements

Applications for admissions to the Ph.D. in Health Professions Education program are evaluated on a case-by-case basis using several factors which, taken in sum, suggest the potential for successful completion of doctoral level work.

1. Complete the application at: www.bellarmine.edu/applynow

2. Minimum of one-year experience in an educator role and/or 3 years of experience in a health professions practice role.

3. Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.2 in all graduate coursework completed at the time of application.

4. Must hold a master’s degree or professional doctorate.

5. Two professional references addressing academic skills, including oral and written communication, from individuals who hold a master's or doctoral degree.

6. 300–500-word essay addressing professional goals.

7. Current CV or resume describing relevant work, professional, and volunteer experiences.

8. Proof of active, unrestricted professional license (if appropriate).

9. Final official transcript(s) from each college or university attended should be mailed to the Office of Graduate Admission and should not be marked “Issued to Student.” If any transcript(s) or undergraduate degree(s) is from an international institution, you must provide an official copy to be evaluated by the Bellarmine International Programs Office. The Office of Graduate Admission reserves the right to request a certified copy of the original transcript(s).

10. Applicants will complete a formal interview with the doctoral program faculty.

11. Students for whom English is a second language must submit an official score report of TOEFEL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).

For application information contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at 1-800-272-8258 or the Department Chair.

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