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| This is an exciting time at Jefferson College of Health Sciences as we offer dynamic and challenging graduate programs designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare practitioners.
We currently offer the Master of Science in Nursing and plan to enroll students for graduate programs in Occupational Therapy and Physician Assistant for the fall 2008. Please click below for more information on these programs and details about the application process.
We look forward to working with you as you pursue your graduate degree.
Graduate Program:
Master of Science in Nursing
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
Master of Physician Assistant |
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Purpose
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The purpose of the Graduate School of Jefferson College of Health Sciences is to provide well-qualified students with the opportunity to obtain graduate degrees and to provide members of the healthcare professions with the opportunity to enhance their competencies and knowledge in areas associated with their professions.
The College strives to provide excellence in graduate studies in the healthcare disciplines. Upon completion of the requirements for a graduate degree, students will demonstrate a broad knowledge of the literature of their field and the specialized knowledge, skills and critical thinking abilities to practice and contribute to their professions. The graduate programs emphasizes the following as the basis for effective, professional practice:
Leadership.
Communication.
Technological competency.
Interdisciplinary practice.
Information literacy.
Evidence-based knowledge.
Ethical practice with respect for diversity. |
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International Applicants
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Jefferson College of Health Sciences welcomes international applications and is authorized by federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. All international students need a Form I-20 in order to obtain an F-1 student visa to study in the United States. Jefferson College of Health Sciences provides assistance in this process. International students are responsible for maintaining legal status while living in the United States.
Your completed application should include:
- USD $250 application fee
- The JCHS application (MSN or MSOT) or the CASPA application (MSPA)
- Official transcripts- Secondary school transcripts must be mailed by the school official and must display the secondary school's official stamp or seal. College transcripts must be mailed to Jefferson College of Health Sciences by the college official and must display the college's official stamp or seal. The applicant also must have an evaluation of the transcripts completed by a foreign credential evaluation service and sent to Jefferson College of Health Sciences. To receive a list of recommended services, please send an email request to:
admissions@mail.jchs.edu.
English proficiency demonstrated by a minimum TOEFL Score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 80 (web-based).
Documentation that all financial responsibilities will be met.
A completed Health Form, available electronically upon request at admissions@mail.jchs.edu. |
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