Jefferson College of Health Sciences is an independent, private, coeducational, health sciences college located in Downtown Roanoke, Virginia. Officially chartered as a College in 1982, Jefferson College is the oldest hospital-based college in Virginia.Jefferson College of Health Sciences has approximately 1,062 students based on the enrollment statistics from fall 2015 who represent approximately 31 states. The college offers 15 majors in various healthcare disciplines. Jefferson College of Health Sciences awards the Associate of Science, Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Doctoral degrees. Jefferson College's graduate programs in nursing, and physician assistant are recognized nationally.AcademicsJefferson College of Health Sciences has 25 degree programs and tracks, as well as certificate programs, in four academic departments:Department of Rehabilitation and Wellness Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist AssistantRadford University also houses its Physical Therapy program at the Jefferson College of Health Sciences campus in Roanoke, VA.Department of Community Health Sciences Master of Healthcare Administration Master of Science in Physician Assistant (Currently ranked #70 according to the U.S. News & World Report) The Class of 2014 accepted 40/803 students for a 4.98% admission rate. Because of the close working relationship between PAs and physicians, PAs are educated in the medical model designed to complement physician training. The PA program is a 27-month professional program designed for students with a bachelor's degree. Through interprofessional coursework, PA students collaborate with other health professional students to gain skills necessary for future practice. In 2011-2014 the program was ranked #62.) Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics Bachelor of Science in Emergency Services Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy
