University of St Augustine for Health Sciences Reviews

"Awesome support staff and faculty no matter the discipline everyone is very willing to help in any way that they can. I feel like some classes do not prepare you as well as others for in person practice but overall my experience at the school has been good and i would recommend attending."

"I attended the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences for both my MOT and PPOTD degrees. I was looking for a school that would be flexible so that I wouldn't have to move to St. Augustine. I was able to travel in for lab weekends and complete the rest of my school work online. It is a rigorous program, but the faculty are dedicated and passionate about the practice of occupational therapy. The school offers a lot to it's students including simulated hospital experiences, tutoring, pro bono clinics, opportunities to participate in advocacy, social events, and they even support you after graduation through a very active alumni association. I am grateful for my training at USAHS and the preparation it gave me to excel in my career.Read Less"

"My program prepared me very well for entry level job qualifications. I continue to utilize skills daily learned in the hybrid environment. I enjoyed the flexibility of the program and support of Al the instructors. I would recommend this M.S. SLP program."

"USAHS helped me develop the skills needed to guide my hospital through the process of providing evidence-based care for our patients. This prepared me to be a leading advocate in my home state and region for healthcare quality improvement. My experience at USAHS was positive with faculty that was not only concerned with my academic performance but also my mental and emotional health while navigating a challenging academic process during COVID."

"It’s a great environment and professors really care about their students, but the program could be a lot more impactful and streamlined if they cut down on all the busy work, that only adds stress and encourages occupational imbalance. There are classes that should be only one class and others that should be two. It’s a very strange curriculum."

"DO NOT ATTEND USAHS. THEY BEG US TO LEAVE GOOD REVIEWS WORST SCHOOL EVER. The professors are awful they act like they like you when u apply and now we are a piece of nothing to them. Half of us go to fieldwork not knowing anything and end up failing NBCOT bc we are so unprepared from this school"

"Although the program had a rocky start with Covid and being primarily online, I truly feel like the professors put everything they had into preparing us for our fieldwork. The professors are what makes this school. Not even all the textbooks in the world can fully prepare someone to be an OT. The field is a hands on job. But they taught us how to think and view the world like an OT, which serves as building blocks for our careers. I’ve also seen the revisions to the program for current and incoming students and think the changes are extraordinary and will increase the depth of knowledge for students.Read Less"

"The Occupational Therapy program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is a great opportunity for students who are willing to be challenged and who believe in the pursuit of excellence. USAHS offers both a doctoral and masters program for aspiring OT's, and even has a flex program wherein you can earn your OT degree and still manage other responsibilities. USAHS supports our military members and their families, and is a great location to attend if your family is stationed on the west coast.Read Less"

"St. Augustine San Marcos campus prepared me for my future career in occupational therapy. Furthermore the entry doctoral program allowed me to specialize within the first three years of being an OT. I would highly recommend this program for any student wishing to go into emerging practice areas."

"I was able to do the tDPT, which was perfect for me at the time to be able to work, start a family and continue my education. The schedule was flexible and met my needs. The instructors were top-notch and really cared about each student. I continue to recommend USA to undergraduate students that come into our clinic to shadow that are interested in our profession. Now with so many campuses and the FLEX program, this school seems like the perfect choice."

"Almost all of my professors show compassion and willingness to help your learning at this school! I feel welcomed and cared for by all of the faculty. I feel that the activities and labs really support my learning and connect the lecture material. The simulations and the actors who come in also support my learning and give me a "real" perspective on client care and how to help clients as early as first term. This school also has great support with tutoring options, helpful feedback from the Writing Center, and a great library with models and devices to check out.Read Less"

"If you are thinking about going to this University, do it! If you are striving in becoming a healthcare provider, I truly believe this university will help find your strengths and confidence to help your future patients continue their story. My time at USAHS was a blessing. It allowed me to build a wonderful foundation in occupational therapy. As a newer graduate who is now working in an inpatient setting, I have found myself looking back at my didactic work, fieldwork experience, and mentors. I found the professors to be helpful and passionate about helping us succeed. Not only that the professors are passionate, they truly love what they do. I enjoyed listening to their experiences and found their insight to be beneficial. While the program is academically challenging and accelerated, it is doable. The education I have received has given me a continued path in my journey as a license occupational therapist with advance certifications.Read Less"

"This will probably be the most EXPENSIVE MISTAKE I have ever made! This school is privately owned and all they care about is money. I was in the Flex MOT program in California. Instructors are awful - almost all of them have outside jobs and are in the OTD program at St. Augustine, which makes me think they are only teaching there to get a cheaper degree. Most of the classes rely heavily on watching outdated videos on Blackboard, only to find out that instructors actually want us to do it a different way. The worst classes were our pediatrics, mental health and assistive technology- boring lectures, a lot of busy work and there was almost no NBCOT material covered. There's also no advanced technology like they advertise on their website. The education here is less than mediocre and the program higher-ups all know it. They promised students change each semester, but it never happened. We had class 9 times a semester, which comes out to 2-3 full weekends a month. The enrollment staff lied to us about that, probably to get more students to apply. Also, you will get screwed over on your clinical placement because the fieldwork coordinators are highly unorganized and don't communicate well.Read Less"

"I liked the smaller setting of the schools, the cohorts became very close to eachother and were a great support system throughout the program. I really liked the hybrid program the school offers (lectures are video-recorded/labs in person). I am overall satisfied with the impact my education has had on my career and the mentors I have gained as an Occupational therapist who were once my professors."

"The st. Augustine campus ROCKS!!!! They prepared me very well for the real world. All of my teachers were excited to help us learn and would find new ways to teach us when things got boring. They provided us with great resources and foundational knowledge to prepare for NBCOT as well."

"I attended University of Saint Augustine in Saint Augustine, Florida. I was able to complete my degree under the Flex (Hybrid) Program. Not only do I feel that the college prepared me for my future, I was also able to obtain my first position as an occupational therapist from the job fair they offered. I highly recommend this school and program. Since becoming a graduate, I have taken on fieldwork students who demonstrate excellence in the field of occupational therapy as well."

"USAHS truly prepares you for clinical and real-world experience. The flipped classroom format fosters time management, research, critical thinking, and individual initiative. The curriculum is carefully crafted to scaffold your learning starting with the fundamentals and then building on clinical skills. The curriculum as a whole and with each course is also always being improved based on student feedback to ensure the best possible results for learning and clinical/fieldwork preparation. All the OT professors at the Miami campus go above and beyond to make sure each student succeeds. Whether it is with additional review sessions, open lab hours, consistent and open communication, or lecture breaks, the professors make it a point to get to know each of their students and check in on us. The professors are the best part of this school. The facilities are also specifically designed for the programs offered, so there is no better school to get your OT or PT degree.Read Less"

"In just a few short weeks I will graduate from the St. Augustine campus PPOTD program. I am about to become a double alumni!!! I am so excited and grateful to this institution for supporting me at all different stages of my academic and professional life. If you want to be an expert in your field, and have while you get there, go to USAHS. Some of the highlights of my experience were: working with faculty who are also currently practicing in clinic, the helpful staff of the library who are always able to assist with hard to locate evidence, the faculty who have supported and encouraged me to push through my insecurities and of course the bottomless cups of coffee supplied to all students by the administration. Thank you for helping me be the best OT I can be and for giving me the skills I need to succeed in the best profession ever.Read Less"

"I am an upcoming graduate reviewing for the full-time OTD program at the Miami, FL campus. The educators are highly knowledgable and significantly influenced my positive experience at USAHS. Educators are experienced OT practitioners, engaging, responsive to questions, empathetic, and willing to support students in areas that they need. Several professors and fieldwork educators have expressed that their support continues beyond graduation. Overall, I am very happy with my experience and learning at USAHS and would recommend the program to those who are interested in Occupational Therapy.Read Less"

"As a member of the hybrid program, USA gave me the flexibility to achieve my goals without having to put my life on pause. The instructors are knowledgeable, compassionate, and facilitate a classroom environment that’s suited for all learning styles."