College of Health and Behavioral Sciences

Dirk Nelson, Dean
Sheila Jones, Associate Dean

ACU Box 28276
Abilene, Texas 79699-9010
Sherrod Building, Don Morris Center, Room 127

Phone: 325-674-2700
Email: chbs@acu.edu
Web: http://www.acu.edu/chbs

The College of Health and Behavioral Sciences was formed in 2023, combining multiple departments and schools that had an emphasis in health and behavioral sciences. Each department and school in the college is dedicated to equipping leaders for global, urban, cultural, and social changes of the 21st century. The mission of our college is to equip students for global service and leadership through exemplary practice in healthcare and related behavioral sciences, informed by a Christian perspective.

Within the college, the following degrees are offered:

Communication Sciences and Disorders
- MS in Speech-Language Pathology
- BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Kinesiology and Nutrition
- Master of Athletic Training
- MS in Strength, Conditioning, and Human Performance
- MS in Nutrition
  - Combined MS Nutrition/Dietetic Internship
  - Nutrition
- BS in Kinesiology
  - Coaching
  - Generalist
  - Pre-Athletic Training
  - Pre-Occupational Therapy
  - Pre-Physical Therapy
  - Sport and Recreation Management
- BS in Nutrition
  - Didactic Program in Dietetics
  - Generalist
- Minors are available in:
  - Coaching
  - Nutrition
Occupational Therapy
- OTD, Doctor of Occupational Therapy
- MS in Occupational Therapy
Psychology
- SSP, Specialist in School Psychology
- MS in Psychology
  - Clinical Psychology
  - Counseling Psychology
  - General Psychology
- BS in Psychology
- Minors are available in:
  - Psychology, Child Emphasis
  - Psychology, Counseling Related
  - Psychology, General
  - Psychology, Research Oriented
School of Nursing
- DNP, Doctor of Nursing Practice
- BSN, Nursing
School of Social Work
- MSSW in Social Work
- Social Services Administration Graduate Certificate
- BS in Social Work
- Peace and Social Justice Minor