Innovation in Healthcare

We are educating the next generation of healthcare professionals to serve the underserved.

Arkansas Colleges of Health Education

Our Mission

To educate and train a diverse group of highly competent and compassionate healthcare professionals; to create health and research support facilities; and to provide healthy living environments to improve the lives of others.

Education

We are educating the next generation of healthcare professionals through doctoral and masters-level programs.

Research

Our research initiatives extend beyond the basic-science laboratory facility. We are improving healthcare through innovative research.

Wellness

Holistic wellness is one of our core values. We are passionate about providing wellness resources to our campus and community.

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Our Programs

The Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) is a private, not-for-profit institution located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. We are fulfilling our mission of training competent, compassionate healthcare professionals through our Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Medical Science, Doctor of Executive Leadership, Doctor of Public Health, Master of Science in Biomedicine and Master of Public Health.

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Diversity at ACHE

Creating a campus community where all students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members belong and thrive is vital to our holistic efforts of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

News & Events

From growing lettuce and herbs to learning about science, nutrition and potential careers, ACHE’s hydroponic gardens are bringing new hands-on learning opportunities to classrooms across the region.
Meet Christopher J. Loyke, DO, FACOFP, the new Dean of ARCOM, and learn how a career rooted in teaching, service and patient care has shaped his approach to leadership and his vision for future physicians.
The new DEL program was developed to meet the growing demand for experienced leaders who can navigate organizational change, workforce transformation, innovation, and increasingly complex business environments.

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7000 Chad Colley Blvd.
Fort Smith, AR 72916
479-308-2243

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