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 12 Institutional Refund Schedule 14 Office of Graduate Programs in Biomedicine Program Goals and Degree Programs 16 Program Overview 17 Admissions 17 Process 17 Financial Information 20 Curriculum 23 Course Descriptions 26 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 46 Curriculum 48 Course of Study 56 Scholars Doctor of Optometry (OD) Degree Program Admissions 60 Criteria 60 Prerequisites 60 Application Process 61 Financial Information 64 Course of Study 64 Curriculum 65 Course Descriptions 68 3 + 4 OD Degree Program 75 Advanced Studies Program 76 Financial Information 76 International Optometry Programs 77 International Optometry Program Awards 80 Residency Programs in Optometry 80 OD Programs Scholarships and Grants 81 OD Programs Commencement Awards 87 George S. Osborne College of Audiology College Mission and Degree and Certificate Programs 90 Doctor of Audiology (AuD) Degree On-Campus Program 91 Admissions 91 Criteria 91 Prerequisites 92 Procedures 92 International Students and Practitioners 93 Notification of Acceptance 94 Financial Information 96 Tuition and Fees 96 Curriculum 98 Sequence of Courses 102 Course Descriptions 105 Doctor of Audiology (AuD) Degree online Bridge Program 116 Admissions 116 Criteria 116 Procedures 117 International Students 118 Financial Information 119 Tuition and Fees 119 Technical Requirements 120 Curriculum 122 Course Descriptions 123 Advanced Studies Certificate Programs 130 Program Overview 130 Admissions 130 Financial Information 133 Tuition and Fees 133 Technical Requirements 134 Advanced Studies in Cochlear Implants Curriculum and Course Descriptions 136 Advanced Studies in Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Curriculum and Course Descriptions 138 Advanced Studies in Vestibular Sciences and Disorders Curriculum and Course Descriptions 140 Residential AuD Scholarships and Grants 143 Residential AuD Commencement Awards 144 College of Health Sciences College Mission and Degree Programs 146 Physician Assistant Program 147 Admissions 147 Prerequisites 148 Application Process 149 Technical Standards 151 Application Procedures 156 Admissions Checklist and Requirements 156 Interview Process 157 Notification of Acceptance 157 Technology Requirements 158 Financial Information 159 Tuition 159 Fees 159 Sequence of Courses 162 Course Descriptions 165 Public Health Programs Master of Public Health Degree Program 175 Program Overview 175 Admissions 176 Criteria 176 Prerequisites 176 Financial Information 179 Financial Aid 179 Tuition 179 Drop/Add Policy 179 Curriculum 181 Course Descriptions 182 Public Health Certificate Programs 188 Course Descriptions 189 Humanitarian Health Care Certificate Program 191 Course Descriptions 191 College of Education and Rehabilitation College Mission and Degree Programs 194 Department of Blindness and Low Vision Studies 195 Admissions 195 Prerequisites 196 Procedures 196 Application Checklist 198 Submitting an Application 200 Financial Information 200 Tuition and Fees 200 Curriculum Overview 204 Programs in Blindness and Low Vision Rehabilitation (LVR) 205 Sequence of Courses 205 Programs in Orientation and Mobility (O&M) 207 Sequence of Courses 208 Programs for Teachers of Children with Visual and Multiple Disabilities (TVI) 210 Sequence of Courses 211 Programs in Vision Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) 213 Sequence of Courses 214 Course Descriptions 216 Scholarships and Grants 230 Commencement Awards 230 Programs in Occupational Therapy 231 Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Degree Program 231 Admissions Process 232 Prerequisites 232 Application Process 234 Notice of Acceptance 235 Financial Information 238 Tuition 238 Fees 238 Curriculum 240 Course Descriptions 242 Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program 250 Admissions 250 Criteria 250 Application Process 250 Notice of Acceptance 254 Financial Information 255 Tuition 255 Fees 255 Curriculum 256 Specialty Certificate Programs 258 Course Descriptions 259 Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology Degree Program Overview 264 Current Accreditation Status 265 Admissions Process 266 Prerequisites 267 Financial Information 271 Tuition 271 Fees 271 Curriculum 273 Course Descriptions 275 Salus University Board of Trustees 282 Administration 283 Faculty 290 Affirmative Action Statement 309 Salus University 2016-2017 Catalog A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT A tradition of leadership, excellence and innovation in the delivery of healthcare embodies the 97-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 2016-2017 Catalog 1 UNIVERSITY MISSION, VISION AND CREDO MISSION The Salus University mission is to lead in innovative education, research and service to enhance health. VISION The vision of Salus University is to impact the future of healthcare, education and professional practice. 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 2016-2017 Catalog 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)