Allied Health Programs
How do I start an allied health school in California?
Establishing a school that provides health care programs is a complex process that entails a more stringent approval procedure compared to other career-focused schools. The primary reason for this is that the school not only needs to gain approval as an educational institution from the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) but also needs to secure permits for specific programs from additional state bodies.
Some of these bodies include the California State Board of Nursing and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Each of these entities has its own set of rules and requirements for approval, and it is essential for any aspiring institution to meet them before they can start offering programs.
The term "allied health" is used to refer to healthcare professions that do not fall under the traditional categories of nursing, dentistry, and medicine, as defined by federal code. The allied health sector includes a wide range of occupations, and some of the most popular allied health programs are listed below. Note that these programs require approval from both the BPPE and one or more other agencies:
For a description of the approval process for each program click on the link.
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