Program Overview

University of Missouri Program Details

The University of Missouri offers over 300 degree programs, including the Health Science program with an emphasis on Rehabilitation Sciences.

Program Description

The rehabilitation science emphasis prepares students for application to graduate programs in fields such as physical therapy, chiropractic, orthotics/prosthetics, and similar degrees. This emphasis area may also prepare students with appropriate work experience as an undergraduate to work as coaches for alternative community training organizations.

Program Requirements

The rehabilitation science emphasis area includes:

• 20 hours of core required courses
• Professional emphasis requirements
• Required electives that complement the student's pathway
• An internship that is appropriate for a student's career goals

Examples of internships for the rehabilitation science emphasis include:

• Therapeutic Equine Center
• MU Adaptive Gymnastics
• MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Mizzou Therapy Services
• Wonderland Camp

Emphasis Areas

The Health Science major has the following additional emphasis areas:

• Health and Wellness Services
• Leadership and Policy
• Pre-Professional

Career Paths

Common career paths taken by graduates of this major include:

• Community Health Workers
• Health Education Specialists
• Medical Assistants
• Personal Care Aides
• Physical Therapists

Program Categories

This program is part of the following categories:

• Education and Helping Professions
• Health, Wellness, and Medical
• Social and Behavioral