College of Health and Human Services

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College of Health and Human Services
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5243 USA
(269) 387-7367

If your purpose and passion is helping other people, you’ve come to the right place. In the College of Health and Human Services, the careers we serve are highly rewarding and in very high demand. Our students, faculty, staff and graduates are out there every day helping in a big way and making a difference in their communities. We are dedicated to delivering a student-centered education that empowers you to discover a meaningful career where you can thrive and make a difference in your community and beyond.
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Career pathways

Community and Population Health Sciences

Work alongside individuals, families, organizations and communities to help them lead happy, healthy lives.
 

Healthcare Sciences

Be an administrator or a clinical health professional to transform and deliver high quality patient care.

Therapeutic and Rehabilitation Sciences

Help people develop new skills so they can participate in everyday tasks, enhancing the quality of their lives

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Continuing Education

Are you looking to further your education or your career? Our continuing education programs fit around your full-time job and will help you take the next step professionally.

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Hours and location

The College of Health and Human Services is located on Western's East Campus, just down the street from Waldo Stadium and Heritage Hall.

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News and events

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WMU’s occupational therapy assistant program receives transformational gift from longtime pioneers in field

Outstanding Alumni nominations due June 2

Outstanding alumni academy nominations due June 2.

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Hard-hitting research: Transforming concussion diagnosis

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CHHS faculty collaborate with KAMSC students

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Bella Leon Flann's Path to Leadership: From Student to Supervisor

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Empowering Community Health: A Collaborative Effort Between WMU and NHBP

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Faculty-led India trip is interdisciplinary, international by design

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Community collaboration: Nursing students help Kalamazoo County expand flu clinic offerings

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Dr. Shannon McMorrow awarded Haenicke Institute grant to enhance global public health education

CHHS Events Calendar

Lavender Graduation

April 19
12 to 2 p.m.
Student Center
Lavender Graduation is a celebration that recognizes LBGT students’ contributions to the university and acknowledges their achievements throughout their college experience. Students are recognized for their leadership, success, and achievement. Click here to RSVP as a guest by April 1. Graduating LGBTQ students must register for Lavender Graduation by April 11.