University of Findlay

What you'll study

The curriculum emphasises advanced assessment and diagnostic reasoning, therapeutic intervention planning, and outcome measurement across a range of allied health settings. Core subject areas include advanced clinical diagnostics, differential assessment, therapeutic intervention strategies, rehabilitation principles, patient-centred care and shared decision-making, and health promotion.

Students also study research methods and applied evidence-based practice to design, evaluate and implement interventions; healthcare ethics and legal issues; quality improvement and patient safety; and interprofessional collaboration and communication. Practical learning is delivered through supervised clinical practicums, simulation-based training and case-based seminars.

The programme typically culminates in a master's capstone project or thesis in which students complete a clinically relevant research, service improvement or programme development project under faculty supervision.

• Advanced Clinical Diagnostics and Assessment
• Therapeutic Intervention Models and Techniques
• Rehabilitation and Functional Restoration
• Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
• Interprofessional Practice and Healthcare Systems
• Ethics, Law and Professional Issues in Allied Health
• Clinical Practicum and Simulation
• Capstone Project or Thesis

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a bachelor's degree in an allied health discipline (for example physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, radiography, clinical laboratory science or a closely related field) from an accredited institution. Applicants without a directly related undergraduate award but with substantial professional experience in allied health may be considered on an individual basis.

Typical application elements include a transcript of academic records, a current CV, a personal statement outlining professional goals and reasons for undertaking the programme, and letters of reference from academic or clinical supervisors. Successful applicants will usually have relevant clinical experience; some programmes also require evidence of active professional registration or licensure in the applicant's clinical discipline.

Because the programme includes clinical placements, applicants must meet standard health and safety requirements prior to placement (for example background checks, immunisation status and any documentation required by placement providers). English language proficiency requirements apply for applicants whose first language is not English.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a range of advanced clinical and non-clinical roles within the allied health sector. Common career pathways include advanced practitioner or specialist clinician posts, diagnostic specialist roles, rehabilitation and case-management positions, clinical education and training, and leadership roles in service development and quality improvement.

Other options include working within multidisciplinary community health teams, acute hospital services, outpatient and diagnostic centres, private practice or healthcare administration. The research and project skills developed on the programme also support careers in clinical research, audit and policy roles.

Why study at University of Findlay

The University of Findlay offers small-group teaching and strong links with regional clinical partners, enabling applied, practice-focused learning and accessible supervision for clinical placements. The university prioritises experiential learning through well-equipped laboratories, simulation facilities and opportunities for interprofessional education alongside students from related health programmes.

Faculty are experienced clinicians and educators who emphasise evidence-informed practice and the translation of research into clinical care. The university provides student support services for academic skills, career development and placement coordination to help students progress into advanced roles within allied health.

Studying at Findlay gives candidates the chance to develop both the specialist clinical competencies and the leadership, research and quality-improvement skills valued by employers across healthcare settings.