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The Community Solution and Camosun College Sign Memorandum Expanding Learning Opportunities Internationally

Partnership expands international academic pathways, enabling Camosun kinesiology students streamlined entry into UWS’s Doctor of Chiropractic program.

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The Expanding Role of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Care

Explore how occupational therapists are redefining mental health care through practical, person-centered support.

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What It Means To Be Evidence-Informed in Naturopathic Medicine: A Faculty Perspective

  Explore how UWS faculty blend science, experience, and patient care to teach evidence-informed naturopathic medicine. By Bryanna Somers In naturopathy, being evidence-informed means leaning on the best available research…

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6 Things To Know Before Applying to a Naturopathic Medicine Program

  Joshua Rubinstein, ND, explains how naturopathic medicine programs blend science and natural care to prepare future doctors for whole-person health. By Kim Smart KEY TAKEAWAYS Joshua Rubinstein, ND, associate…

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Is Occupational Therapy Right for You? 7 Signs You’re Made for This Career

Natasha Smet, OTD, highlights the shared qualities that set students up for success in occupational therapy careers.

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Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education Grants Candidacy Status to University of Western States Doctoral Program

University of Western States (UWS) announced today that its new Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program has been granted Candidacy Status by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE®)…

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UWS Student Finds Inspiration in Community-Based Clinical Education

The CBCE program places students in internships and preceptorships that provide invaluable hands-on training and needed care to the communities they serve.

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A Whole-Person Approach to Patient Wellness

Explore how UWS’s focus on whole-person health allows for a comprehensive approach toward patient care, considering all aspects of well-being including physical, mental, and social factors. Learn more about how…

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University of Western States Counseling Programs Receive National Accreditation from the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council

University of Western States (UWS), a leader in whole-person health education, has received national accreditation from the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC) for its Clinical Mental Health…

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Benefits of Earning a Nutrition Degree From the United States

UWS Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine is 100% online. Discover the benefits of earning an international nutrition degree. Along with the prestige of earning a degree from the United States,…

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