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Home / Academics / Degree Levels / Doctoral Degrees

Doctoral Programs

Advanced training to deepen expertise and professional impact.

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Chiropractic

Doctor of Chiropractic
Train to become a skilled chiropractic physician in our flagship Doctor of Chiropractic program. Combining foundational knowledge in the biomedical sciences with extensive hands-on clinical training, this rigorous doctoral program prepares you for professional licensure and modern chiropractic practice.
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Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Ed.D. in Sport and Performance Psychology with M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Designed for those seeking counseling licensure and advanced training in sport and performance psychology, the Ed.D. in Sport and Performance Psychology with M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling fulfills the educational requirements to sit for exams that can lead to licensure in most states.
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Clinical Nutrition and Functional Medicine

Doctor of Clinical Nutrition
Built on the framework of functional medicine, the Doctor of Clinical Nutrition program prepares you to design personalized nutrition-based interventions that support a client’s long-term health and wellness.
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Naturopathic Medicine

Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Learn to assess and address root causes, not just symptoms, in the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine program. Grounded in evidence-based naturopathic modalities, you will learn to deliver comprehensive whole-person health care individualized to each patient. 

*Not currently accepting applications*
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Occupational Therapy

Doctor of Occupational Therapy
Build the expertise and advanced clinical skills needed to practice as a competent and client-focused occupational therapist. The Doctor of Occupational Therapy program provides an academically demanding education, comprehensive NBCOT® exam prep, and requires only three in-person campus labs.
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Sport and Performance Psychology

Ed.D. in Sport and Performance Psychology
Deepen your impact as a leader in sport and performance settings with an Ed.D. in Sport and Performance Psychology. This advanced degree equips you with evidence-based strategies to inspire and optimize peak performance in sport, the performing arts, education, business, and beyond.
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Ed.D. in Sport and Performance Psychology with M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Designed for those seeking counseling licensure and advanced training in sport and performance psychology, the Ed.D. in Sport and Performance Psychology with M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling fulfills the educational requirements to sit for exams that can lead to licensure in most states.
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