What's Happening in Pre-Health at UTC
If you are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare submit this form to be added to the Pre-Health Advising database. You will receive content, events, and resources based on your area of interest. Consider signing up for a Pre-Health Advising appointment if you have further questions. We look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Pre-Health Advising
Shadowing, Internships, and Direct Patient patient Care Experience
Browse opportunities in the area to gain experience in healthcare as you prepare your application for professional program.
Guidemaps
Review admission requirements, prerequisites and decision process for specific healthcare programs.
Events
Explore discussion series, program visits, and workshops offered by Pre-Health Advising
Personal Statement and Resume Resources
Get help on personal statements and essays, resume and interview tips, plus much more.
Test Prep
Resources and information for the MCAT, GRE, DAT and other entrance exams for healthcare professions.
COVID-19 and Other FAQ
Review frequently asked questions regarding healthcare professions.
Application Resources
Review the process of applying to various healthcare professions as well as helpful links to more information on applications and tests required.
Study Abroad Opportunities
Explore opportunities abroad while gaining valuable experience in healthcare around the globe.
Research Resources
Review ways you can get involved in research both at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and outside the university.
Theresa Blackman
Theresa Blackman serves as the Pre-Health Professions Advisor at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Housed in The Center for Academic Support and Advisement on the 3rd floor of the UTC Library, Theresa works with students across all disciplines of all years who wish to pursue a career in healthcare with supplemental advising.
Check out resources for regional programs with Guidemaps, review test preparation and application information, learn about virtual and face to face experiences, and the wide range events for the fall below. To schedule a Pre-Health Advising meeting:
· Log in: MyMocsNet
· Click: Academics
· Select: Advising/Tutoring (Navigate)
· Click: Schedule an Appointment
· Type of Appointment: Advising
· Service Category : Academic Advising Appointment
· Specific Service: Pre-Health Advising
· Location: Center for Academic Support and Advisement Library 335
· Staff Member: Theresa Blackman
Choose your preferred time and confirm your appointment. Please email theresa-blackman@utc.edu with any questions you may have concerning Pre-Health Advising at UTC.
Additional Contacts
UTC houses many accomplished faculty and staff that are happy to discuss healthcare careers with UTC students. In addition to the Pre-Health Advisor current students can reach out to these faculty.
Pre-Dentistry
Dr. Han J. Park, Phd, Department of Chemistry and Physics
Contact: hanjung-park@utc.edu
Pre-Medicine and Pre-Physician Assistant
Dr. Gretchen Potts, PhD, Department of Chemistry and Physics
Contact: gretchen-potts@utc.edu
Joseph McCauley, Department of Biological, Geological and Environmental Science
Contact: joseph-mccauley@utc.edu
Pre-Pharmacy
Dr. Steven Symes, PhD Department of Chemistry and Physics
Contact: steven-symes@utc.edu
Graduate Contacts
UTC is proud to offer graduate programs in healthcare. To explore graduate programs offered at UTC utilize the links below. Students interested in these programs can reach out to the program coordinators or the Pre-Health Professions Advisor with additional questions.
Master of Public Health
MPH Program Manager: Emma Sampson, MPH
Contact: mph@utc.edu
Physical Therapy, DPT Program
Program Coordinator: Rebecca Littleton, MPA
Contact: rebecca-littleton@utc.edu
Occupational Therapy, OTD Program
Program Coordinator: Rebecca Littleton, MPA
Contact: rebecca-littleton@utc.edu
Master of Science in Athletic Training
Program Director: Dr. Shellie Acocello, PhD, ATC
Contact: gatp@utc.edu
Guidemaps
Some programs are waiving the requirement for the GRE for the 2021 application cycle, due to the ongoing health crisis. Be sure to verify your program of interest's policy on the GRE as to whether: the GRE is required, waived for the 2021 cycle, or no longer required for applicants moving forward.
Dental
Learn more about programs located in the:
Don't see your program of interest listed?
- ADEA Dental School Explorer - create an account and review all ADEA eligible Dental Programs
Physician Assistant
Learn more about programs located in the:
Don't see your program of interest listed?
- PAEA Directory – Review PA Programs
Occupational/Physical Therapy
Learn more about programs located in the:
Don't see your program of interest listed?
- PTCAS Programs – Review all PTCAS eligible Physical Therapy Programs
- ACOTE – Review all OTCAS eligible programs
Pharmacy
Learn more about programs located in the:
Don't see your program of interest listed?
- Pharm. D. Directory – Review Pharm. D. Programs
Speech Pathology
Learn more about how to prepare for eligibility to apply for speech pathology programs in the state of Tennessee:Forensics
Learn more about the many different careers in forensics and how to best prepare for them
Chiropractic Medicine
Learn more about how to prepare for eligibility to apply for Chiropractic School programs in the US and Canada
Don't see the career you are looking for? Check out the Explore Health Careers resource to learn more about other Allied Health Careers.
Missed an event you were hoping to attend? Check out past Periodic Ponderings and Mocs Move Forward events on the UTC Pre-Health Advising YouTube Channel.