The Anatomy Learning Institute (ALI) at PLNU equips learners with a strong understanding of anatomy that will prepare them for a variety of academic pursuits and career paths. We offer degree programs, minors, certifications and standalone courses for a broad spectrum of age groups and experience levels, both in-person and online. In addition to traditional undergraduate and graduate programs, we also offer degree completion and online programs, plus experiential learning for high school students. 

Joy Y. Balta, MSc, MATLHE, PhD

Anatomy as a discipline is considered as the gatekeeper to all health sciences. Our mission at the Anatomy Learning Institute is to provide anatomy learning opportunities to remove barriers and promote diversity. 

We at the ALI are dedicated to using evidence-based practices to promote excellence in the scholarships of teaching, discovery, application, and integration of the anatomical sciences.

JOY Y. BALTA, PHD

Associate Professor & Director, Anatomy Learning Institute

Our Programs

Degrees

Bachelor’s and master’s degrees to sharpen your expertise in anatomy and the medical sciences

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Online Courses

Standalone “shopping cart” courses to broaden your understanding of anatomical topics

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Minors

Tracks that complement your major of choice, especially biology, chemistry, and health sciences

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Concentrations

Areas of focus that match your passions, academic goals, and career interests

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  • 92%
    of Students Who Graduate Do So in 4 Years

  • Over $230,000
    in exclusive Financial Aid Offered to Admitted Nazarene students

  • 67%
    of Traditional Undergraduates Live on Campus

  • Nearly $1.3 million
    in Grant & Scholarship Aid Awarded to Admitted Nazarene Incoming Freshmen

Our Facilities

The Anatomy Learning Institute features facilities at both the Point Loma Campus and Balboa Campus at PLNU, which combine high-end technology and virtual learning with hands-on experiences.

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Our Research

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Your gift to the Anatomy Learning Institute will help provide the next generation of healthcare professionals and future educators with affordable learning, crucial hands-on training, and state-of-the-art facilities that will help them in their future careers. 

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“The combination of academic rigor, supportive faculty, career preparation, strong faith, and an inviting location made PLNU an ideal choice. My passion for understanding human anatomy and conducting research aligned perfectly with the opportunities this program offers. The thoughtfully designed curriculum, which enables a deep comprehension of the research process and anatomy in clinical settings, further solidified my decision to attend PLNU.”

Michael Dejardin, Medical Sciences M.S.

Location and Hours

Balboa Regional Center
9055 Balboa Avenue
San Diego, CA 92123

Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Contact Us

Anatomy learning Institute
anatomy@pointloma.edu
(619) 849-3005