TABLE OF CONTENTS A Message from the President 1 University Mission, Vision, Credo 2 University Accreditations 3 Degree Programs 5 University Policy and Procedures Student Records 6 Academic Policy 7 Additional Policies 11 Refund Policy 14 Office of Graduate Programs in Biomedicine Program Goals and Degree Programs 16 Program Overview 17 Admissions 17 Process 17 Financial Information 21 Curriculum 24 Course Descriptions 27 Pennsylvania College of Optometry College Mission and Degree Programs 38 Program Overviews 38 Traditional Doctor of Optometry (OD) Degree Program Admissions 40 Criteria 40 Prerequisites 41 Procedures 41 Process 41 Financial Information 44 Curriculum 46 Course of Study 54 Scholars Doctor of Optometry (OD) Degree Program Admissions 58 Criteria 58 Prerequisites 58 Application Process 59 Financial Information 60 Course of Study 61 Curriculum 62 Course Descriptions 65 3 + 4 OD Degree Program 72 Advanced Studies Program 73 Financial Information 73 International Optometry Programs 74 International Optometry Program Awards 77 Residency Programs in Optometry 77 OD Programs Scholarships and Grants 78 OD Programs Commencement Awards 84 George S. Osborne College of Audiology College Mission and Degree and Certificate Programs 87 Doctor of Audiology (AuD) Degree Residential Program 87 Admissions 88 Criteria 88 Prerequisites 89 Procedures 89 International Students and Practitioners 90 Notification of Acceptance 91 Financial Information 92 Tuition and Fees 92 Curriculum 94 Sequence of Courses 98 Course Descriptions 101 Doctor of Audiology (AuD) Degree online Bridge Program 111 Admissions 111 Criteria 111 Procedures 111 International Students 112 Financial Information 113 Tuition and Fees 113 Technology Requirements 113 Curriculum 115 Course Descriptions 116 Advanced Studies Certificate Programs 123 Program Overview 123 Admissions 123 Admissions Checklist 124 Financial Information 125 Tuition and Fees 125 Technology Requirements 126 Advanced Studies in Cochlear Implants Curriculum 127 Advanced Studies in Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Curriculum 129 Advanced Studies in Vestibular Sciences and Disorders Curriculum 131 Residential AuD Scholarships and Grants 134 Residential AuD Commencement Awards 135 College of Health Sciences College Mission and Degree Programs 137 Physician Assistant Program 138 Admissions 138 Prerequisites 138 Technical Standards 139 Technology Requirements 141 Application Process 141 Application Procedures 141 Admissions Checklist and Requirements 142 Interview Process 143 Notification of Acceptance 143 Financial Information 144 Tuition 144 Fees 144 Sequence of Courses 147 Course Descriptions 150 Public Health Programs Master of Public Health Degree Program 158 Program Overview 158 Admissions 159 Criteria 159 Prerequisites 159 Admissions Checklist 160 Financial Information 162 Financial Aid 162 Tuition 162 Drop/Add Policy 163 Curriculum 164 Course Descriptions 165 Public Health Certificate Programs 170 Course Descriptions 171 Humanitarian Health Care Certificate Program 173 Course Descriptions 173 College of Education and Rehabilitation College Mission and Degree Programs 176 Department of Low Vision Studies 177 Admissions 177 Prerequisites 178 Procedures 178 Application Checklist 180 Submitting an Application 180 Financial Information 182 Tuition and Fees 182 Curriculum Overview 184 Programs in Blindness and Low Vision Rehabilitation (LVR) 185 Sequence of Courses 185 Programs in Orientation and Mobility (O&M) 187 Sequence of Courses 188 Programs for Teachers of Children with Visual and Multiple Disabilities (TVI) 190 Sequence of Courses 192 Programs in Vision Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) 193 Sequence of Courses 194 Course Descriptions 196 Scholarships and Grants 210 Commencement Awards 210 Programs in Occupational Therapy 211 Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Degree Program Admissions Process 212 Prerequisites 212 Interview Process 213 Notice of Acceptance 214 Financial Information 215 Tuition 215 Fees 216 Overview 217 Curriculum 217 Course Descriptions 219 Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program 227 Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology Degree Program Overview 228 Current Accreditation Status 229 Admissions Process 230 Prerequisites 232 Financial Information 234 Tuition 234 Fees 235 Curriculum 236 Course Descriptions 238 Salus University Board of Trustees 245 Administration 246 Faculty 253 Affirmative Action Statement 271 SALUS UNIVERSITY 2015-2016 Catalog A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT A tradition of leadership, excellence and innovation in the delivery of healthcare embodies the 96-year history of Salus University’s founding college, the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. From its establishment in 1919 through today, this institution has set the standard for health, education, and rehabilitation professionals, advancing their scope of practice and maintaining and continually expanding its focus on academics, while acquiring a distinguished record of firsts, particularly in optometry. Our commitment to preparing highly skilled professionals ensures the University consistently provides the highest level of education for all of our specialties, positioning our graduates as future leaders and state-of-the-art providers who will be at the forefront of their professions. Student education at each of the University’s four colleges speaks to the many aspects of this century’s growing need to promote health and well-being throughout society. Through our innovative curricula, the University offers a broad-based, interdisciplinary clinical education, presenting our students with a wide range of challenging primary care opportunities. Well-known for our excellent clinical education, our commitment to clinical training presented early in the program has provided an advantage for Salus University students when the externship placement process begins. The future of the health professions is dynamic. Advancements in technology, unimaginable in the past, have become standard practice today. Changes in the nation’s healthcare delivery system are significantly altering every facet of our diversified medical fields. The mission of Salus University concentrates not only on keeping pace with these rapidly expanding areas but, more importantly, setting national trends and standards and being the leader in providing the nation’s top health, education, and rehabilitation professionals. Our success as an institution derives from combining bright, motivated students with outstanding, world-class faculty, excellent facilities and creative, diverse learning opportunities. Your interest in the University indicates a desire to enter a profession currently experiencing unprecedented growth and development. I encourage you to join the Salus University family. The challenges will be great, but the rewards will be many. Michael H. Mittelman, OD ’80, MPH SALUS UNIVERSITY 2015-2016 Catalog 1 UNIVERSITY MISSION, VISION AND CREDO MISSION The mission of Salus University is to protect and enhance health and well-being through education, research, patient care and community services worldwide. VISION The vision of Salus University is to be recognized nationally and internationally for excellence and innovation. CREDO • We believe our first responsibility is to our students. We strive to provide them with the highest quality education through ongoing innovation in our learning strategies. • We believe in the importance of integrating theory and practice in our educational programs. • We have a responsibility to our alumni to continually engage them in the development of the University. We are committed to providing them with the highest quality post-graduate education, which enhances continued competence throughout their careers. We must support the professions they represent in order to maximize their potential and to advance the mission of the University. • We have a responsibility to our employees. We value their contributions to the University. We seek to create and maintain an environment where all are treated with dignity and respect. • We have a responsibility to the communities we serve. We believe in high quality and compassionate care for the patients and clients in our clinical facilities. • We have a responsibility to the broader community. We believe in transparent stewardship of University resources. We believe that all of our endeavors should have enduring impact beyond the confines of the University. Salus University Catalog 2015-2016 2 UNIVERSITY ACCREDITATIONS Salus University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA). The University is approved by the Department of Education of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and is approved for veterans’ education under U.S. Code, Section 1775. The Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) of the American Optometric Association (AOA). The clinical Doctor of Audiology (AuD) degree program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA). The current period of accreditation is July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2019. Graduates are eligible for professional licensure in all states and eligible to apply for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certificate of clinical competence in audiology (CCC-A) and the American Board of Audiology (ABA) certification in audiology. At its September 2014 meeting, the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant