### Question
What is the definition of allied health professional?


### Answer
The definition of **allied health professional** is as follows in *20 U.S.C. § 1078*:

> an allied health professional as defined in section 295p(5) of title 42 who—


(A) has graduated and received an allied health professions degree or certificate from an institution of higher education

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1078*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-STUDENT ASSISTANCE > Part B-Federal Family Education Loan Program**

