Allied health professions constitute approximately 60% of all health care providers. At Upstate our ten allied health degree programs prepare graduates for rewarding careers that help to meet the health care needs of Central New York and beyond.
CHP students benefit from low in-state tuition, strong disciplinary and inter-professional education, a professional classroom atmosphere, and an outstanding faculty committed to providing innovative educational experiences. In keeping with the Upstate mission, opportunities for civic engagement are enhanced through our close ties with community agencies, with ample opportunities for volunteerism and service learning.
Through our close alliance with hospitals and clinics CHP students gain hands on experience applying their developing skills in real world settings. We affiliate with approximately 400 clinical sites to provide students with the depth and breadth of experience that helps build sound clinical reasoning and clinical proficiency.
Graduates of our programs are well prepared for careers in professions with excellent employment outlook. Our alumni have outstanding performance on credentialing examinations, with pass rates that exceed the national averages.