Department of Interprofessional Health & Aging Studies

Mission

The Department of Interprofessional Health and Aging Studies (IHAS) at the University of Indianapolis offers an undergraduate certificate in aging studies, a master’s program in aging studies, a doctorate in health sciences, and graduate certificates in aging studies, healthcare administration and leadership, and health professions education. Our mission is to prepare graduates to serve individuals, groups, businesses, and communities across the life course as leaders, educators, and scholars. Our programs foster excellence in professionalism and evidence-based practice through a focus on critical inquiry, interprofessional collaboration, and high ethical standards.

Vision

The Department of Interprofessional Health and Aging Studies will be regionally and nationally recognized in preparing high quality leaders in the health professions, healthcare, and the aging field.

Values

All programs in the Department of Interprofessional Health & Aging Studies operate with the following values at their core:

• Evidence—We model best practices in our teaching and provide our students with applied experiences with science-driven decision-making.
• Quality—We continually seek feedback from our program’s stakeholders in a continuous cycle of quality improvement.
• Accountability—We hold ourselves and our students responsible for our words, actions, and results.
• Kindness—Our first instinct is grace; we approach all with care and compassion.
• Growth—We facilitate lifelong learning by incorporating flexible instruction and self-reflection in each class, creating a program that is meaningful for students at all levels.
• Diversity—We value the broad range of perspectives offered by our students. We believe the unique backgrounds and experiences that inform their contributions to our program add depth and richness to the learning of all students.

IHAS Dual Programs

Students in the Department of Interprofessional Health & Aging Studies have the option of pursuing one of 17 dual program options with shared credits, thus reducing the overall number of credits needed in order to complete both.

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Highlights

• Each calendar year, one graduate assistantship is available to an IHAS student. The selected student works approximately 6 hours per week for the department, either on campus or remotely, in exchange for 9 total credits of tuition assistance spread out over three semesters: winter, summer, and fall. Application information, including eligibility criteria, is announced each fall semester for the upcoming calendar year.
• Our Doctor of Health Science program has been designated as a Program of Merit by the Association of Doctoral Programs in Health Sciences. Read more about our Doctor of Health Science program
• For those interested in aging, but not ready for a full master's program, we offer a Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies. Read more about the Graduate Certificate in Aging Studies
• IHAS offers various dual programs, allowing students to earn two credentials with shared credits. Read more about our dual programs
• The Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration & Leadership provides essential business skills and knowledge about the field of healthcare.