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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Fills Healthcare Industry Shortages with New Innovative Programs

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星期二, 四月 16, 2024
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These programs aim to prepare students for advanced clinical practice and leadership roles in top healthcare specialties.

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  • These programs aim to prepare students for advanced clinical practice and leadership roles in top healthcare specialties.
  • In the healthcare disciplines that USAHS addresses, practitioner shortages are growing while demand for treatment is increasing; therefore, boosting the educational pipeline has become more critical than ever.
  • Dedicated to graduate studies in health sciences, USAHS fills the healthcare industry pipeline gaps through innovative blended online and hands-on programs, allowing students to live almost anywhere in the U.S. while obtaining their master's or doctorate degrees.
  • They also ensure that the University’s programs prepare graduate students for their future careers and fill the existing healthcare pipeline gaps.

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Leads the Charge Toward Effective, Compassionate Care with Second Psych Mental Health Summit

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星期三, 九月 13, 2023
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“This year’s Psych Mental Health Summit comes at a pivotal moment,” said Dr. Helene Vossos, associate professor of nursing programs at USAHS and former president of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) in Florida.

Key Points: 
  • “This year’s Psych Mental Health Summit comes at a pivotal moment,” said Dr. Helene Vossos, associate professor of nursing programs at USAHS and former president of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) in Florida.
  • Those interested may attend either virtually or in person on USAHS’s St. Augustine campus at 1 University Boulevard St. Augustine, FL 32086.
  • The Psych Mental Health Summit awards 8 contact hours for participants.
  • To register for the USAHS Psych Mental Health Summit, visit: https://www.usa.edu/event/psych-mental-health-summit-20230930/

USAHS Welcomes Community to St. Augustine Campus for Inaugural Alumni and Family Weekend

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星期三, 九月 6, 2023
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ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) announces its inaugural Alumni Reunion and Family Weekend on its St. Augustine campus from Sept. 15-17, with events open to the public on Saturday, Sept. 16. This celebration of the health sciences will include continuing education, meals, networking opportunities, and an open-door campus fair complete with campus tours and fun, interactive activities hosted by student associations and community partners.

Key Points: 
  • ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) announces its inaugural Alumni Reunion and Family Weekend on its St. Augustine campus from Sept. 15-17, with events open to the public on Saturday, Sept. 16.
  • "We're thrilled to be able to bring together the USAHS community and the wider community for this event on our first USAHS campus," said Polly Crabtree, Director of Alumni Engagement.
  • "I'm honored to take part in the inaugural Alumni Reunion and Family Weekend!"
  • For more information, including the full schedule for USAHS' inaugural Alumni Reunion and Family Weekend, visit: www.usa.edu/alumni/usahs-alumni-reunion-and-family-weekend-2023/ .

Empowering Tomorrow's Healthcare Leaders: USAHS Sponsors 6th Annual U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championship

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星期三, 八月 30, 2023
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OCEANSIDE, Calif., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The anticipation is building as the 6th Annual U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championship approaches, slated to take place from September 6th to 10th at the iconic Oceanside Pier in Oceanside, California. Proudly sponsored by the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) for the fourth consecutive year, this event not only showcases the incredible athleticism of adaptive surfers from around the world but also highlights the university's commitment to community support and hands-on education.

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  • OCEANSIDE, Calif., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The anticipation is building as the 6th Annual U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championship approaches, slated to take place from September 6th to 10th at the iconic Oceanside Pier in Oceanside, California.
  • "The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is thrilled to once again be the title sponsor of the U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championship," said Dr. Mo Johnson, Assistant Professor of the Occupational Therapy Program at USAHS and Head of the International Classification for Para Surfing.
  • With over 100 athletes from more than 17 countries participating, the U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championship has evolved into an international gathering of champions.
  • For more information about the 6th Annual U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championship and the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, please visit https://usopenadaptivesurfingchampionships.com/ .

Knowledge, Power, Community: Managing Alzheimer's And Dementia For The Caregiver

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星期四, 七月 13, 2023
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MIAMI, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Brain Center, in partnership with the Miami, FL campus of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS), is set to launch a powerful public education program to help nonprofessional caregivers of Alzheimer's patients provide better care and manage the stress that comes from their duties. The Brain Center's Alzheimer's Caregivers Course is designed for people with little to no healthcare experience, giving family Alzheimer's caregivers a vital support network as well as access to expert knowledge and resources. The first course will occur on Saturday, July 15th.

Key Points: 
  • Researchers predict 78 million people worldwide will live with dementia or Alzheimer's by 2030.
  • These statistics underline the pressing need for access to high-quality education like that offered through the Brain Center's Alzheimer's Caregivers Course.
  • Caregivers also get to take part in a high-tech simulation of life with dementia, called Dementia Live™, that will help them understand what their patients are feeling.
  • USAHS believes the Brain Center's Alzheimer's Caregivers Course will also supplement their students' knowledge of healthcare roles and responsibilities.

ESJ Capital Partners to Build the Future Headquarters and Campus for University of Saint Augustine in Florida

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星期三, 五月 10, 2023
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AVENTURA, Fla., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ESJ Capital Partners, a Florida-based leading commercial real estate investment firm, is delighted to announce the successful closing of a 14-acre parcel of land in Saint Augustine, Florida.

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  • AVENTURA, Fla., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ESJ Capital Partners, a Florida-based leading commercial real estate investment firm, is delighted to announce the successful closing of a 14-acre parcel of land in Saint Augustine, Florida.
  • This parcel will serve as the build-to-suit location for the University of Saint Augustine for Health Sciences, one of the country's foremost graduate institutions specializing in health sciences education.
  • The University of Saint Augustine for Health Sciences was founded in Saint Augustine, Florida in 1979 and has since added four additional campuses in Miami, FL, Austin and Dallas, TX, and San Marcos, CA.
  • ESJ is proud to work with the University and contribute to its continued growth and success.

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Announces Future Home of St. Augustine Campus to Continue Providing Cutting Edge Immersive Learning Experiences for Students

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星期六, 四月 29, 2023
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ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., April 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) announces its strategic plans to build a new leading-edge campus in St. Augustine, FL to increase immersive learning opportunities for its students, continue building innovative programs, and help practitioners meet the needs of the community and the healthcare profession at large.

Key Points: 
  • "We were founded over 40 years ago in St. Augustine to transform health sciences and the lives of everyone we serve.
  • Built specifically for health sciences education, facilities will include simulation labs to help equip USAHS students with diverse skillsets needed to provide quality and exceptional care.
  • The immersive experiences will help prepare every graduate for long-term success as effective, interdisciplinary problem-solvers and leaders in their professions."
  • Founded in 1979 in St. Augustine, FL, USAHS is a private, accredited, graduate-level university committed to health and rehabilitative sciences through innovative classroom and clinical education.

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Offers Pro Bono Clinics to Address Community Healthcare Needs and Prepare Students with Clinical Experience

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星期二, 四月 11, 2023
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SAN MARCOS, Calif., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is stepping up to meet critical healthcare needs in key markets with 12 pro bono health clinics designed to increase community access to healthcare and provide students with real-world clinical experience. In 2022, 4,317 pro bono therapy sessions occurred across USAHS's five campuses, with 2,252 of these sessions completed via telehealth. USAHS students served 550 pediatric and adult patients in need throughout the year.

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  • SAN MARCOS, Calif., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is stepping up to meet critical healthcare needs in key markets with 12 pro bono health clinics designed to increase community access to healthcare and provide students with real-world clinical experience.
  • In 2022, 4,317 pro bono therapy sessions occurred across USAHS's five campuses, with 2,252 of these sessions completed via telehealth.
  • "Along with offering free, high-quality healthcare services to those in need, our pro bono clinics equip students to provide exceptional patient care, thrive in interprofessional healthcare teams, and succeed in leadership roles."
  • Students at the USAHS clinics provide numerous specialized services, including:
    Patients participate in USAHS's quality pro bono clinics for a variety of reasons.

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Offers Pro Bono Speech-Language Pathology Teletherapy Clinics for Texas Residents

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星期二, 八月 31, 2021
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The teletherapy clinics support children of all ages and provide evaluations, as well as individual treatment plans.

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  • The teletherapy clinics support children of all ages and provide evaluations, as well as individual treatment plans.
  • To participate in the sessions, individuals will need a device with internet, as well as video and audio capabilities.
  • About the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
    The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is a graduate institution that offers degree programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, graduate nursing, education, health science and healthcare administration, as well as continuing education programs.
  • Founded in 1979, USAHS educates students through its network of campuses in San Marcos, California; St. Augustine and Miami in Florida; and Austin and Dallas in Texas.