Interprofessional Practice, Concentration

Curriculum integration of interprofessional education is part of the formation and development of health professions students at Saint Louis University.

Interprofessional learning experiences start in the freshmen year. As undergraduates, students earn the following professional degrees with a concentration in interprofessional practice:

  • Athletic Training (B.S. in Exercise Science)
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders (B.S.)
  • Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapeutics (B.S.)
  • Nursing (B.S.)
  • Nutrition and Dietetics (B.S.)
  • Occupational Science (B.S.)
  • Physical Therapy (B.S.)

Curriculum Overview

A concentration in interprofessional practice is recognized with the completion of four designated courses.

IPE 1100Introduction to Interprofessional Health Care1
IPE 2100Interprofessional Collaboration and Healthcare in Global Context3
IPE 4200Applied Decision-Making in Interprofessional Practice3
IPE 4900Interprofessional Community Practicum2
Total Credits9

Continuation Standards

Students must maintain a GPA of 2.00 in interprofessional coursework.