College of Health & Human Services
We prepare students seeking to enter or advance their careers in health and human service professions with the skills they need to be successful practitioners, educators, and leaders.
Leading. Edge.
The College of Health & Human Services offers a wide range of degree programs that lead to rewarding careers aimed at empowering others. And we do so from an interdisciplinary and interprofessional perspective; our students gain knowledge in their specific fields of study while also learning to collaborate with students and professionals in other fields, enabling them to provide more holistic, improved care for individuals, families, and communities.
We offer top-ranked programs in the following fields of study: clinical psychology, education, human sexuality studies, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, occupational therapy, social work, and speech-language pathology.
Through ample opportunities to engage with faculty mentors who prioritize your success, and professional experiences in one of our student-run clinics and community service settings, you'll make meaningful contributions to your field and arrive prepared when you hit the workplace.
And just as our school is shaping the future of education programs through our innovation and leadership, you'll also develop the qualities and skills that will set you apart as a leader in your field--positioning you for greater responsibility and earning potential as you advance in your career.
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Recent News
Widener Honors MLK through Community, Service, and Partnership
The annual MLK Day of Service gave Widener students, faculty, and staff the chance to celebrate the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his vision of social justice and community-building.
A Legacy of Care: Chester Community Clinic Marks 15 Years
When the Chester Community Clinic first opened in September 2009 its purpose was simple: serve the community and give students an exceptional learning experience. Years of dedication to quality care and strategic transformation have established the clinic as an anchor in the community and a celebrated national model for student-led pro bono care and education.
College is Hard. Widener’s Office of Student Success is Here to Help.
Struggling in class? Trying to strike a healthy balance between school and life commitments? Want accountability to maintain strong grades? The Office of Student Success can help.
Advancing Interprofessional Education, Research, and Practice
At Widener, you'll receive excellent preparation in your chosen field, while also learning alongside students in other disciplines. Interprofessional education, research, and practice are essential for the inside track to career success. Opportunities to connect and collaborate abound through community service, dual degree programs, experiential learning, research, and leadership opportunities.
Community Connections
Widener's College of Health & Human Services operates several clinics and services that provide care to vulnerable adults and the underserved, create connections and build capacity with our communities, contribute to the education and development of young children and families, and conduct research and evaluation through grant-funded initiatives.
Insider. Advantage.
Our points of pride not only designate us as a top tier university, they demonstrate the resources and connections we offer that will lead you to a successful, rewarding career.
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Your Inside Track to Success
When you graduate, you won't be just starting your career. You'll be continuing the work you've been doing all along.
Clinical Experiences That Put You in High Demand
Our programs emphasize experiential learning and clinical training – all of our programs include both required and optional experiences including internship, practica, fieldwork, and clinical education to hone your skills and expand your expertise as you prepare to enter or advance in your career.
Leadership Development That Sets You Apart
Discover your leadership potential and be prepared for the next step in your life's journey through a variety of learning experiences in our programs. Become involved in one of our community clinics or services, engage with a professional organization or on-campus group, join a leadership society, and take advantage of curriculum designed to take you to the next level.
Expand Your World View by Studying Abroad
Short term study aboard opportunities provide both discipline-specific and interprofessional-learning experiences that expand your world view and contribute to cross-cultural professional exchange. Examples of where our our students and faculty have traveled include China, Netherlands, Costa Rica, Mexico, Thailand, Belize, and Italy.
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College of Health & Human Services Dean's Office
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Bruce Hall
- 610-499-4351
- deanshsp@widener.edu