The mission of the School of Allied Health at the University of Alaska Anchorage is to educate and develop allied health professionals to serve all Alaskans.
School of allied health
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Six-credit course
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science, Occupational Endorsement Certificate
Bachelor of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Phlebotomy
Occupational Endorsement Certificate
Occupational Endorsement Certificate
Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science
NEWS & Stories
Dr. Jay Butler, dean of the University of Alaska Anchorage College of Health and former CDC deputy director for infectious diseases, emphasizes evidence-based public health responses and the importance of preparedness during emerging infectious disease outbreaks.
College of Health Dean and former CDC deputy director for infectious diseases, Dr. Jay Butler, serves as an infectious disease expert source discussing the public health implications of the 2026 Ebola outbreak and response efforts.
University of Alaska Anchorage College of Health Dean and former CDC deputy director for infectious diseases, Dr. Jay Butler, provides expert commentary on public health preparedness and global coordination in responding to infectious disease outbreaks, including Ebola and hantavirus.
Lynn Troyer, an academic advisor for the School of Nursing at the University of Alaska Anchorage, traveled to Bethel as part of the Alaska-Rural Community Overdose Response Project (AK-RCORP).
In January 2026, students from the College of Health showcased their public health research at the Alaska Public Health Association Summit’s annual poster session. Their projects spanned topics ranging from food security to environmental contamination, contributing valuable insights that help shape the evolving conversation around Alaska’s public health landscape.
student opportunities
The School of Allied Health is home to two clubs at UAA. Learn more about the Medical Laboratory Science Club and Pre-Pharmacy Club by visiting the Student Opportunities page.
The School of Allied Health provides a variety of scholarship opportunities for allied health students. Learn more about the UAA School of Allied Health Administration Scholarship, Second Chance Scholarship, Alaska Pharmacists Association Pharmacy Technician Scholarship, and Alaska Pharmacists Association Pre-Pharmacy Scholarships available.
Contact Us:
Phone: (907) 786-4346
Email: uaa_alliedhealth@alaska.edu
UAA School of Allied Health
Allied Health Sciences Building
3500 Seawolf Drive, Suite 148
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
Mailing Address:
UAA School of Allied Health
University of Alaska Anchorage
3211 Providence Drive, AHS 148
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
