The mission of Martin Luther King Health Training School is to educate skilled health professionals to support the community and health care system.
MLHTS is devoted to the moral and intellectual education of health science students for the advancement of human understanding and develop competent health care practitioners.
At MLHTS, our guiding principles are embodied in the acronym PHD+TEN, which represents the values we instill in every student, faculty, and staff member:
Professionalism
MLHTS is committed to shaping students who demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and respect in their academic and clinical lives. Professionalism guides their conduct as they transition into healthcare environments, ensuring they uphold the dignity of the profession and inspire trust among patients and colleagues.
Honesty
We value truthfulness and transparency in every aspect of education and practice. By cultivating honesty, MLHTS ensures that students, faculty, and staff act with integrity in their studies, research, patient care, and relationships within the community.
Discipline
Discipline lies at the heart of academic excellence and clinical competency. MLHTS instills in its students the self-control, focus, and perseverance required to succeed both in the classroom and in professional healthcare practice.
Teamwork
Healthcare is collaborative by nature, and MLHTS fosters a culture of teamwork. Students learn to communicate effectively, support one another, and work with faculty, staff, and healthcare providers to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Excellence
The pursuit of excellence drives every academic, clinical, and community effort at MLHTS. From teaching and research to student support, the College consistently strives for high standards that prepare students to deliver quality healthcare.
Novelty/Innovation
MLHTS embraces innovation by integrating new technologies and emerging healthcare practices into its teaching. By encouraging creativity and adaptability, the College prepares students for modern healthcare systems and ensures they are capable of responding to changing patient and institutional needs.