About

The Waters College of Health Professions (WCHP) is one of the ten colleges that comprise Georgia Southern University. The college was established to provide comprehensive and innovative programs that enhance the health and quality of life for individuals, families and communities within a global society.

The College’s nationally accredited programs train outstanding leaders through engaged teaching and learning opportunities, scholarly and creative research and socially responsive service activities. With a commitment to interdisciplinary learning and professional excellence, WCHP prepares the next generation for success.

WCHP is comprised of three departments and one school: the Department of Clinical Sciences, the Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology, and the School of Nursing.

WCHP Mission and Vision

Mission

The mission of the Waters College of Health Professions is to prepare future health professionals through academic excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration while advancing knowledge through scholarship and serving culturally diverse communities.

Vision

The vision of the Waters College of Health Professions is to become the leader in the preparation of health professionals who are engaged in transformational thinking and evidence-based practices that impact the health and quality of life for individuals, families, and communities. We will accomplish this vision through a focus on: high academic expectations, individual responsibility for academic achievement, student-centered teaching and learning, impacting regional and global communities, interdisciplinary collaboration, innovative healthcare technology, experiential learning, community-engaged service and scholarship.

Department of Clinical Sciences

The Department of Clinical Sciences offers certificate, bachelor and graduate programs to include a Tactical Athlete Certificate, Bachelor of Science with a major in respiratory therapy, a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science and a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences, Bachelor of Science with a major in Communication Sciences and Disorders, a Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders, a Master of Science in Athletic Training and a Doctor of Physical Therapy. The Department is home to the RiteCare Center for Communication Disorders.

Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology

The Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology is dedicated to high academic standards through high-quality teaching, scholarship and service. Undergraduates have the opportunity to pursue majors in health sciences, exercise science, nutrition and food science, and sport management. Graduate programs are offered in exercise science, coaching education (online), sport and exercise psychology and sports medicine.

School of Nursing

The School of Nursing is committed to a tradition of excellence in undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees. The School provides students with the training that is needed for the highest quality of nursing care. Degrees include the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).