Helping Institutions Launch New Schools and Programs in the Health Professions

At AAL, we specialize in conducting comprehensive studies to help institutions assess the feasibility of launching new schools and programs in the health professions. With a proven methodology and a focus on tailored insights, we guide institutions from concept and actionable plans to initial accreditation, ensuring strategic alignment and sustainable growth.

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Our Expertise in Feasibility Studies

Our data-driven studies include:

Health Needs and Market Demand Analysis

We evaluate the regional and national landscape, identifying opportunities and challenges:

  • Population growth and distribution trends.
  • Health provider shortages and service utilization rates.
  • Economic and demographic factors.
  • Emerging trends affecting future healthcare practitioners.
  • Economic impact of new school or program.

Health Education Trends

Our experts analyze:

  • National and regional trends within the health profession of interest.
  • Financial benchmarks (revenue, expenses) for similar programs.
  • Faculty recruitment challenges and solutions.
  • Implications of new programs on local educational ecosystems.

Institutional Readiness Assessment

We evaluate your institution’s preparedness and current capacity to launch a successful program: 

  • Alignment with the institution’s strategic plan and long-term goals.
  • Biomedical and healthcare infrastructure.
  • Financial models and startup costs.
  • Facility needs, resource allocation, and staffing strategies.
  • Innovations and options for program design.
  • Governance and institutional alignment with the goals of the desired program.
  • Financial projections/pro forma needed for revenue and expense forecasts, including capital expenditures required for facilities and equipment.

Stakeholder Engagement

AAL facilitates critical discussions with:

  • University administrators, faculty, and leadership teams.
  • Local and regional stakeholders to gain perspectives and insights.
  • Focus groups to shape programs that meet community needs.
  • Potential collaborators with organizations such as community health centers to enhance educational and clinical opportunities.

Laying the Foundation for Operational Success

We also analyze essential operational components in these key areas:

  • Location, specifically ensuring accessibility, community impact, and operational success.
  • Administrative structure to establish a robust organizational framework for effective program oversight.
  • Curriculum design aligned with accreditation standards.
  • Student enrollment figures and the target student demographic.
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The Data-Driven Approach

Our process ensures a holistic and evidence-based foundation for decision-making. We gather data on:

  • Institutional resources (financial, staffing, facilities).
  • Projected operating budgets and pro forma models.
  • Partnerships, collaborations, and funding opportunities.
  • Benchmarking comparisons against peer and aspirational programs.

 AAL works directly with an institutional liaison or team, ensuring smooth data collection, scheduling, and communication.

Comprehensive Deliverables

Our feasibility study report includes:

  • Case statement and strategic plan alignment.
  • Health needs assessment and market demand analysis.
  • Trends in health professions education.
  • Institutional readiness and stakeholder feedback.
  • Initial Pro Forma with conservative projections.
  • Assessment of the need and demand for the school or program’s graduates.
  • The current status of health professions education in the field under consideration.
  • Institutional readiness.
  • Strategic and operational projections.
  • Financial modeling.
  • Initial projections of infrastructure requirements.
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Why Choose AAL?

  • Deep Experience: 20 years of consulting for health professions programs globally.
  • Tailored Solutions: Customized studies that address your institution’s unique vision and challenges.
  • End-to-End Support: From feasibility to launch, we guide you every step of the way.
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Timelines and Outcomes

Our feasibility studies are typically completed within 4 to 6 months, with actionable deliverables that equip decision-makers to move forward confidently.

Ready to Explore Your Institution’s Potential to Launch a New School or Program? Contact AAL today to discuss how we can help you.

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Contact us today to request a conference call and learn more about our programs.

Phone: (404) 350-2098

Email: info@AALgroup.org