College of Health and Human Services

The College of Health and Human Services is focused on preparing the next generation of competent, confident professionals who provide care within healthcare and human services organizations in the region and beyond. Graduates from our programs fulfill the mission of improving the health and well-being of the individuals, communities, and populations served by these organizations.By preparing students for successful professional practice in their chosen discipline, we accomplish our vision of educating innovative, collaborative providers who make a difference in their communities.

The Vision of the College is: “To lead the region in transformative, high-quality health and human services education”

We enact our vision through meeting our mission, which is: “Providing flexible pathways to in-demand health and human service careers by SUPPORTING student-centered collaborative learning, SHAPING innovative CHHS Professionals, and UPLIFTING organizations and communities”

Through our School of Nursing and departments of Allied Health Sciences and Rehabilitation Sciences, we offer three graduate degree programs, six bachelor’s degree programs, seven associate degree programs, two minors, and three certifcates. The majority of program offerings in the College of Health and Human Services are accredited by external accreditation bodies which ensure the curricula meets rigorous standards. Additionally, most degree programs include clinical placements in hospitals, clinics, schools, and other sites who partner with our faculty to offer exceptional learning experiences. Students’ learning experiences in the college’s undergraduate associate and baccalaureate degrees are well rounded, and include courses from the General Education Program in the arts, humanities, mathematics, natural sciences and social sciences. In addition to disciplinary coursework, General Education courses provide the foundation for critical thinking and life skills expected of a college graduate. Our graduate programs provide graduates with the ability to obtain entry and advanced level practice roles in occupational therapy and nursing.

We are dedicated to your success in the classroom and in your future career, and our student to faculty ratio supports high-touch educational experiences, in which you will receive expert instruction and mentoring to develop your skills and nurtuing your passion for your chosen profession. We look forward to helping you become a health and human service professional of the future!

For More Information:

Christine Raber, PhD, OTR/L
Dean, College of Health and Human Services
craber@shawnee.edu

740.351.3216

Becky Baldridge, MEd
CHHS Dean’s Assistant

bbaldridge@shawnee.edu

740.351.3470

The CHHS Dean’s office is located in Advanced Technology Center (ATC) Suite 201

Programs Offered

Minors

Exercise Science

Fitness Management

Health-Wellness

Health Sciences

Rehabilition Studies

Sport Coaching

Sport Management

Certificates

Behavioral Health Paraprofessional

Computed Tomography

Criminal Justice

MRI

Faculty: A Commitment to Teaching, Scholarship/Research, and Service

Faculty members of the College of Health and Human Services are academically prepared professionals who are highly qualified and dedicated to fostering your growth and development as a future professional. The majority of faculty in the college are credentialed or certified by appropriate disciplinary professional boards and certifying agencies. Most importantly, our faculty are deeply committed to your success in the college classroom and in your career beyond Shawnee State University. Regardless of the degree you seek within the College of Health and Human Services, you can be assured of excellent preparation for your desired career.

Reputation for Excellence

Programs across the college have a reputation for excellence, and employers consistently seek our graduates for employment in their organizations. Students in our graduate programs engage in meaningful scholarly inquiry to address the needs of their profession, and opportunities for professional presentations and publications are available to graduate students in the college. In addition to teaching excellence, faculty engage in scholarship and research activities, providing all students with the opportunity to pursue new knowledge and the clinical application of research evidence in their professional field. Faculty are engaged in active service at the local, regional, state, and national level. Service is evidenced through partnerships with agenices and organizations to meet the needs of the community, as well as engaging in leadership roles within the campus community and professional organizations. The college has been awarded several major grants which are supporting the growth of our programs and facilities, and we continue to seek funding support that advances our mission.

Commitment to the Future

The College of Health and Human Services’ Advisory Board consists of leaders from healthcare organization and human services agencies across the region. Their commitment to the College results in meaningful input for all programs and initatives, and this support and expertise will faciltate the growth of the college. We are commited to ongoing engagement with our partners and students to determine workforce needs and solutions, and to ensure that evidence-based, best practices inform our program curricula. We are proud of our students’ success and look forward to your input and engagement with us.

Academic Advising

The College of Health and Human Services is committed to quality academic advising because it is essential to the ultimate success of our students. Our professional advisor and selective admissions team provides academic advising and guidance for our selective admission programs and they are here to assist you with the selective admissions process for programs that have admission criteria related to accreditation standards clnical placement availability. The Chairperson of your Department or Director of your School will assign you an academic faculty advisor, ensuring that the academic advising system meets your individual needs and requirements as well as those of the Department/School, the College, and the University. Please consult your academic advisor each semester prior to registration for guidance with course selection, sequence of courses, discussion about career paths, and suggestions to build your resume and skills for your chosen career. The Dean of the College of Health and Human Services facilitates the answering of interdepartmental questions and deals with exceptions and changes to related academic requirements.

In addition to faculty advising, information about our programs is available through the College of Health and Human Services Coordinator of Academic Advising & Student Support Services, Annette Jenkins. She is available in 128 Kricker Hall.

Annette Jenkins, M.A.

Academic Advisor & Student Support Coordinator

College of Health & Human Services

Phone: 740-351-3218

Text: 740-217-3818

Selective Admission Programs

Students who are seeking admission in selective admission programs within the College of Health and Human Services (Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Medical Laboratory Technology, Occupational Therapy [Assistant, BSOT 3+2, MOT, OTD], Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiologic Technology, and Respiratory Therapy) need to meet the minimum admission requirements of the desired program, and will complete an additional application. For all undergraduate selective admission programs, students should meet as soon as possible with the appropriate admissions representative.

For more information, please contact chhs@shawnee.edu:

For undergraduate programs, please contact:

Jared Opperman, B.A., Selective Admission Specialist

740.351.3187

Office Kricker Hall 227

jopperman@shawnee.edu

Jenny Lawson, MEd., Assstant Director, Selective Admissions

jlawson2@shawnee.edu

740.351.3187

Office: Kricker Hall 218

For graduate programs, please contact:

James Farmer

Assistant Director Admissions, Graduate

Office MUC Admissions Office

Phone: 740.351.3177

jfarmer@shawnee.edu

Programs

Certificate

Computed Tomography Certificate

College of Health and Human Services

Programs Offered

Doctorate

Masters of Science

Masters of Occupational Therapy

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Science in Health Science

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Associate of Applied Science