Central Florida Higher Education Alliance Members
Advent Health University
At AHU, we develop skilled professionals who live the healing values of Christ. Our students learn how to care for the whole person – in body, mind and spirit. After all, true care extends far beyond physical ailments or symptoms. Whether you’re taking classes with us in Orlando, Denver or online, you’ll be learning from passionate and experienced leaders in the industry, eager to share their experience and provide hands-on opportunities to advance your knowledge and transform health care.
www.ahu.edu/
Maggie Kelley, Recruitment Manager
Phone: 407-694-1301
maria.kelley@ahu.edu
American College of Education
Laurisa McKissack, Partner Engagement Administrator
Phone: 850-450-3093
laurisa.mckissack@ace.edu
Chamberlain University
Programs: BSN (Jacksonville, Miramar), RN TO BSN, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner, Master of Physician Assistant Studies (Chicago), Doctor of Nursing Practice, Master of Science in Public Health, Master of Science in Social Work.
go.chamberlain.edu/
Eddy Fernandez, Healthcare Development Specialist
Phone: 954-478-5466
Eduardo.Fernandez@adtalem.com
Florida Southern College
Kimberly Smith
Phone: 863-680-3090
ksmith@flsouthern.edu
Kristen Pinner
Phone: 863-680-3912
kpinner@flsouthern.edu
Galen College
Mary Guthrie, Regional Manager Healthcare Partnerships
Phone: 727-403-0905
mguthrie@galencollege.edu
Christie Soulas
Phone: 484-947-3942
csoulas@galenccollege.edu
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is a private for-profit Christian university in Phoenix, Arizona. Based on student enrollment, Grand Canyon University was the largest Christian university in the world in 2018, with 20,000 attending students on campus and 70,000 online.
www.gcu.edu
Lauren Hazeltine, University Development Counselor
Phone: 602.247.3718
lauren.hazeltine@gcu.edu
Amy Creasman
Phone: 321-358-7053
Herzing University
Established in 1965, Herzing University is a regionally accredited, nonprofit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate programs designed to meet the needs of professionals along their career pathway in the areas of technology, business, nursing, healthcare, public safety, and behavioral health.
www.herzing.edu/partnerships
Kelly Bicy, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Development
Phone: 813-316-2084
Email: kbicy@herzing.edu
Keiser University
Programs: AS Nursing, RN to BSN, BSN (fast track/Accelerated), Business, IT, Forensics, Exercise Science, Histotechnology, Occupational Therapy, Radiologic Technology, Medial Assisting, Billing and Coding
www.keiseruniversity.edu
Ana Sendir
Phone: 407-273-5800
ana.sendir@keiseruniversity.edu
Palm Beach Atlantic University -Orlando
Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Orlando Campus offers degree programs designed for flexibility, convenience, and success. PBA’s personalized instruction and Christian worldview empowers working adults to realize their goals and expand their professional opportunities. At Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Orlando campus, our Graduate classes are designed for convenience and affordability. With accelerated programs and classes on demand, earning your degree has never been easier. Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Orlando campus also offers a BSN program in a traditional 16-week daytime format. This program will allow students who have already taken their science requirements to enter upper-level nursing courses and complete the program in about two and half years.
Martha Christlieb
Phone: 561-803-2897
Martha_Christlieb@pba.edu
National University
Diana Figueroa
Phone: 954-958-1412
dfigeroa@nu.edu
Nova Southeastern University -Orlando
Established in Fort Lauderdale, FL, in 1964 as a small college with some revolutionary ideas, Nova Southeastern University has more than 280 undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. NSU's Orlando Regional Campus offers onsite graduate degrees in Physican Assistant and Clincial Mental Health Counseling.
www.nova.edu/campuses/orlando
Jessica Alvarez, Assistant Director of Student Enrollment and Recruitment Management
Phone: 863.282.9150
Email: jalvare1@nova.edu
Derrick Osso, Assistant Director of Student Enrollment and Recruitment Management
Phone: 407.264.5632
Email: osso@nova.edu
Polk State College
Certifications, Associates, Bachelors in Aerospace, Business & Technology, Education, Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Health Sciences (Nursing, Sonography, Radiography, Respiratory, CVT, PTA, OTA). 863.297.1000 – registrar@polk.edu
www.polk.edu
Christopher Yannes, Career Pathways Coordinator
Phone: 863-669-4901
Email: cyannes@polk.edu
Post University | American Sentinel College of Nursing
Established in 1890, Post University is a regionally accredited institution offering online RN to BSN/MSN, MSN (with 5 specialty tracks, including Psych & NP), Dual MSN/MBA, MBA Healthcare Administration, and DNP (with 4 specialty tracks). Degree programs are offered in both traditional term-based and self-paced (competency-based education) formats.
www.post.edu
Dr. Margaret Gary. Manager, Partner Engagement
Phone: 352-812-8893
mgary@post.edu
Ashley Boothe. Manager, Partner Engagement
aboothe@post.edu
Rasmussen University
Programs: AS Nursing, RN to BSN, MSN, Medical Assistant, and many more programs in seven schools of study (SOB, SOHS, SOJ, SOT, SOD, SON, SOE)
www.rasmussen.edu/locations/florida/orlando/
Katie Hawkins
Phone: 407-649-0573
katie.hawkins@rasmussen.edu
Rodney Hockenberry
rodney.hockenberry@rasmuseen.edu
Saint Leo University
Undergraduate and masters programs. Graduate degree programs in Business (MBA and specializations), Accounting, Criminal Justice-Legal Studies, Theology and much more.
www.saintleo.edu
Saint Thomas University
Christine Hurd, Sr. Executive Director Online/ Nursing and Business
Phone: 850-377-1028
christine.hurd@apdegrees.com
South University
Programs: BSN, RN-BSN, Allied Health Science, Public Health, and many more are offered on-site and online.
www.southuniversity.edu
Chris Dorelien, Director of Admissions
Phone: 407-393-3140
Email: chdorelien@southuniversity.edu
Stetson University
Founded in 1883, Stetson University is a nationally ranked private university with four colleges and schools located across the I-4 corridor in Central Florida.
Ken Lundy
Phone: 386-822-7197
Email: klundy@stetson.edu
Julia Rentas
Phone: 386-822-7100
jvrentas@stetson.edu
Troy University
Programs: Business; Criminal Justice; Education; Healthcare; Nursing; Psychology; Social Work; Liberal Arts; Computer Science and many more are offered on-site and online. (Associate’s-Bachelor’s- Master’s-Doctoral-Certificates).
Sylvia Rhodes
Phone: 813-835-6220
srhodes124034@troy.edu
Susan Hoffman
Phone: 813-835-6220
shoffman145584@troy.edu
University of Arizona -Global Campus
Programs: Business Administration, HRM, MNG, MKT), Teaching Certificate. Health Sciences programs include Healthcare Admin., Health Informatics to BSN, MPA, HIM, and much more.
Allison Goodwin
Email: allison.goodwin@staff.uagu.edu
Ebony White
Phone: 407-775-9561
Email: Ebony.White@staff.uagc.edu
University of Phoenix
Associates – Bachelor’s – Master’s – Doctorate: Degrees and Certificates
Business; Education; Healthcare; Nursing; Psychology; Behavioral Sciences; Technology
www.phoenix.edu
Dr. Diane Berry, Senior National Account Specialist
Phone: 813-313-1231
diane.berry@phoenix.edu
Schedule an appointment with her: https://bit.ly/UOPXAppointmentDrDiane
Justin Giacomino, National Account Manager
Phone: 813-313-1230
justin.giacomino@phoenix.edu
University of Texas Arlington Online
Otavia Kennedy
Phone: 614-955-0367
otavia.kennedy@academicpartnerships.com
Walden University
Walden University is a private online for-profit university headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It offers 100 + degree programs in a wide variety of fields of study. Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and many programs have specialized accreditations.
www.walden.edu
Eddy Fernandez, Sr. Healthcare Development Specialist
Phone: 954-478-5466
Eduardo.Fernandez@adtalem.com
Warner University
Warner University is located in Lake Wales, FL — just south of Orlando. With almost 1,200 students from over 30 states and 20 countries, Warner University provides a diverse, intentional, and Christ-centered community.
The “family feel” is what Warner University is all about. With a 14:1 student-to-professor ratio in the classroom, students can experience intentional learning in a setting that allows for making life-long friendships. Free tutoring and academic review services are also available — for every student. Our signature programs include Agriculture Studies, Business Administration: Management, Exercise Science and Pre-Physical Therapy.
With 21 athletic programs, students can pursue their dream of playing at the collegiate level while being poured into by coaches who care about spiritual development as much as they do about performance.
From the classroom and residence halls to the athletic field and cafeteria, students at Warner University are surrounded by faculty and staff who are committed to equipping them to pursue all that God has called them to be.
www.warner.edu
Joel Flaming, Assistant Director of Admissions
Phone: 863-638-7683
joel.flaming@warner.edu
Scarlett Jackson
Phone: 863-638-7297
scarlett.jackson@warner.edu
West Coast University
Liz Cabrera Sacchetti
lcabrerasacchetti@westcoastuniversity.edu
Western Governors University
All online Graduate and Undergraduate programs; 60+ degrees in Business, IT (including Cybersecurity), Nursing and Health Care Professions, and K-12 Education. Certifications available.
www.wgu.edu
Jaime Figueroa
Jaime.figueroa@wgu.edu