Miami, FL
Study in the sunshine state.
Welcome to Miami: Where sunshine, international culture and opportunity meet. Study at the Miami, FL campus at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and benefit from access to a wealth of educational resources in a beautiful, cosmopolitan setting.
Programs offered at USAHS Miami:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
- Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
- Flex Master of Occupational Therapy (Flex MOT) – Online/Weekends
Upcoming start dates:
- Fall Term: Monday, September 9, 2019
- Spring Term: Monday, January 13, 2020
- Summer Term: Monday, May 11, 2020
Miami Programmatic Accreditation Status
| University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences-Florida (Parent program: St. Augustine, and expansion programs St. Augustine Flex and Miami) is currently accredited by CAPTE. Additional information regarding this accreditation is available by contacting: Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) American Physical Therapy Association 1111 North Fairfax Street Alexandria, VA 22314 telephone: 703-706-3245 email: [email protected] website: www.capteonline.org Complaints about the program may be submitted to CAPTE by requesting the Procedures for Handling Complaints about an accredited or developing physical therapy program. This document can be obtained by writing to CAPTE at 1111 N. Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314, by calling 703-706-3245, or by visiting www.apta.org. |
| The entry-level occupational therapy doctoral degree (OTD) program at the Miami, Florida campus has applied for accreditation and has been granted Candidacy Status by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814-3449. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its Web address is www.acoteonline.org. The program must have a preaccreditation review, complete an on-site evaluation, and be granted Accreditation Status before its graduates will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure. Students must complete Level II fieldwork within 24 months following completion of all prior didactic portions of the program. Students must complete the experiential component of the program within 18 months following completion of the remaining didactic portion of the program. For more information about the occupational therapy accreditation process, contact the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE), 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814-3449, 301-652-AOTA or visit www.acoteonline.org. Complaints about the program that cannot be resolved after following the University’s procedures must be submitted electronically to the ACOTE Chairperson, c/o the AOTA Accreditation Department. The complaint must be submitted as an attachment to an e-mail addressed to [email protected] and must include a signed complaint form, “Complaint Against a Program Subject to ACOTE Accreditation”. |
| The entry-level occupational therapy master’s degree (MOT) program at the Miami, Florida campus is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814-3449. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its Web address is www.acoteonline.org. Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure. Students must complete Level II fieldwork within 24 months following completion of all prior didactic portions of the program. For more information about the occupational therapy accreditation process, contact the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE), 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814-3449, 301-652-AOTA or visit www.acoteonline.org. Complaints about the program that cannot be resolved after following the University’s procedures must be submitted electronically to the ACOTE Chairperson, c/o the AOTA Accreditation Department. The complaint must be submitted as an attachment to an e-mail addressed to [email protected] and must include a signed complaint form, “Complaint Against a Program Subject to ACOTE Accreditation”.  |
Join us for a campus tour.
Miami campus tours are currently scheduled for most Mondays and Thursdays beginning at noon ET, and are approximately one hour. We look forward to sharing our campus with you. Please complete the form below to register for a scheduled tour date.
Enjoy on-campus resources.
Our 56,000-square-foot Miami campus is conveniently located near the airport and is within a short drive to downtown Miami.
Our campus is well-equipped for the modern student, with collaborative study rooms with built-in presentation technology, clinical and anatomy labs, lecture-style classrooms, conference rooms, and a student lounge. All classrooms have touch panel control systems, projectors, mobile classroom and document cameras, and video conference and wireless presentation capabilities.
The campus library houses hands-on resources – bone models, treatment tables, goniometers, wedges, and stethoscopes – for student use. A librarian is also available to provide on-site research and information support to students and faculty.
Students who study in Miami will sharpen their skills at the Center for Innovative Clinical Practice (CICP) – a teaching laboratory with state-of-the-art medical tools. Through simulation education, students experience realistic situations in immersive settings, build confidence and critical thinking skills, and become better prepared for clinical careers.
At each USAHS campus, distinguished faculty and administration are easily accessible and available for mentorship and ongoing support.
Why study with USAHS in Miami?
Delight in multicultural diversity.
Brush up on your Spanish, or learn a new language, in the second largest U.S. city with a Spanish-speaking majority population. With an increasing number of Spanish patients in the U.S., health care professionals benefit from Spanish proficiency.
Connect with future employers.
Miami is the headquarters for many national and international organizations – across industries. Due to its proximity to Latin America, Miami is connected to several companies’ Latin American operations.
Take a break at the beach.
Our flexible programs allow you the time to enjoy Miami’s many sandy beaches. With a year-round tropical climate, you’ll have many opportunities.
Uncover your surroundings.
Coral Gables, known as “The City Beautiful,” is filled with lush green avenues and Mediterranean Revival architectural features. From the iconic Biltmore Hotel to the Venetian Pool to the tree-lined Old Cutler trail, there’s something for everyone to discover. If shopping is your favorite type of therapy, look no further than the nearby open-air Shops at Merrick Park or Miracle Mile. Miami is also world-renowned for its flavorful nightlife, outdoor cafes, and diverse museums.
Our new location!
Our new campus is centrally located in the Coral Gables neighborhood, four miles from downtown Miami and ten miles from Miami Beach. Travel by vintage trolley, with stops every 10-15 minutes, to explore the city with ease. Many students also take advantage of Miami’s 23 Metrorail stations, or carpool, walk or bike to the city’s varied destinations.
Where should you live while studying?
The new USAHS Miami campus is located in a residential area – just 15 minutes from downtown. We encourage students to live near campus, avoid traffic, and take advantage of bike and pedestrian trails. There are several affordable housing options within a few miles of campus, whether you are looking to live alone, or with your family or roommates.
