Carmen Manning, Dean (Centennial 3015)
Leah Olson-McBride, Associate Dean (Centennial 3017)
College Vision, Mission and Core Values
The vision of the College of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) is to be a regional leader in the development of highly competent, critically engaged professionals who enhance the lives of others in an increasingly diverse society. Committed to the highest standards of academic excellence, our mission is to prepare students to become engaged professionals who are creative thinkers, evidence-informed practitioners, and culturally responsive individuals. Integrity, collaboration, and social justice are the core values that enable us to fulfill our mission and move toward achieving our vision.
College of Health and Human Sciences Departments
Graduate Programs
The College of Health and Human Sciences offers graduate programs in Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology, Special Education Pupil Services, and Speech-Language Pathology.
Non-Degree Programs and Additional Certification Programs
The College of Health and Human Sciences offers a variety of non-degree and additional certification options related to programs in our college.
College Centers, Clinics and Special Projects
- Cancer Recovery and Fitness Program
- Center for Communication Disorders
- Community Fitness Program
- Early Childhood Literacy Intervention Program, Services and Evaluation (ECLIPSE)
- Home School Physical Education Program
- Physical Activity and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities in the Eau Claire Area (PRIDE) Program
Dean’s List
At the end of each semester the University recognizes excellence in scholastic achievement by publishing the Dean’s List. Admitted undergraduate students are eligible if they meet the following criteria for the semester:
- earn a minimum of 12 credits.
- be in good academic standing.
- earn a minimum semester GPA of 3.70.
- have no courses with the following grades: Incomplete, Withdrawal, Audit, or Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (except in courses that are offered only on the S/U grading system in which a grade of S has been earned).
- have no courses below the 100 level.
- have no repeats.
- have no professional semester courses taken in the term (ES 440, ES 441, ES 471, SEIP 470, SEIP 472, SEIP 475).
Dean’s List students will receive notification and congratulations from the Dean.
Criminal History and/or Caregiver Background Checks
Wisconsin law requires that persons responsible for the care, safety, and security of children and adults will be required to have background checks. In some cases, placement into an externship, professional education site, internship, or practicum is dependent on a student's background check results. If a student is not cleared to participate in a specific placement due to their background check results, they may also be unable to complete academic program requirements. Students should work closely with their advisors and the Associate Dean to determine if the results of their background check will impact their ability to progress through their academic program. No student is allowed to start a placement until the required background check has been completed and the student has been cleared to start placement.
The background check must be completed by a College of Health and Human Sciences vendor within 12 months of the placement start date. Students are responsible for all costs associated with background checks. The background check process starts with the student signing the background check consent form and completing the Background Information Disclosure form. Results of checks may be shared with the placement site. Falsification or omission of information may constitute grounds for denial of admission to a placement or associated course. If the falsification or omission is discovered after a student starts in a placement, the placement opportunity may be terminated. Any new charges, convictions, or changes in background check results that occur between the initial report and graduation must be reported in writing to the Associate Dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences. For further information, contact the College of Health and Human Sciences Associate Dean’s Office (Centennial 3015).
Liability for Health Care Expenses
All expenses associated with health surveillance and care are borne by the student unless the Student Health Service specifically indicates otherwise. Students are not covered by health or accident insurance by UW-Eau Claire, the College of Health and Human Sciences, the placement site or associated institution. In addition, workers’ compensation insurance does not cover students. If a student is injured while in a placement, they are responsible for any associated expenses.
Special Course Fees
Some courses require a special fee because of the nature of the activity or supplies required to complete the course. Current special course fees are shown in CampS.
Directed and Independent Studies
Many opportunities are available for students to study independently or in small groups, problems and topics in their field of study which may not be included or explored in depth in regular course offerings.
Directed Studies
Directed studies for groups can be arranged by departments and offered as special courses, either on campus or in off-campus settings, to permit individual students or groups of students to undertake special projects related to their educational interests and goals.
Eligibility: Registration for a Directed Study course requires the permission of the faculty member who agrees to supervise the project and of the department offering the course. Any further conditions of eligibility are established by the department and published as part of the course description.
Restrictions: A total of no more than six credits of Directed Study courses may be counted toward graduation. Directed Study courses may not be applied toward completion of the Liberal Education requirements. Departments also may restrict the application of such credits to their majors and minors.
Procedures: Permission to register for a directed studies learning opportunity may be obtained from department offices.
Independent Studies
Independent study, through a student-initiated procedure in which a unit of study is described and approved prior to enrollment, allows a student to earn one to three credits for each such educational experience in fields where they have already demonstrated their competence.
Eligibility: Independent Study courses are open only to juniors and seniors. A student with a departmental major and/or minor may elect an Independent Study in the department of the major or of the minor, provided the student has at least 3.00 resident and total GPAs in that department. A student with a multidisciplinary major may elect an Independent Study in any department which has courses required in the major, provided the student has at least 3.00 resident and total GPAs in the major and has earned a minimum of six credits with resident and total GPAs of at least 3.00 in the department in which the Independent Study is elected.
Restrictions: Only three credits of Independent Study (399 or 499) may be elected during any semester. A total of no more than six independent study credits may be counted toward graduation. Independent Study courses may not be applied toward completion of the Liberal Education requirements.
Procedures: The student shall outline an Independent Study proposal to a professor willing to direct the study. The department chair and the professor directing the study must give permission in order for the student to register for a 399 or 499 course. An electronic Independent/Directed Study Approval Form should be submitted and approved by the end of the fourth week of the semester (second week of Summer Session). Forms are available on the College of Health and Human Sciences Sharepoint.
Teacher Education Requirements
Program and Degree Requirements
Specific requirements are published in conjunction with the Catalog description of the major leading to the degree, with specific courses required in several Core General Education categories.
Degree Requirements
University Graduation Requirements. All candidates for degrees must fulfill the requirements for credits, curriculum, GPA, and University residency as specified in the section of this catalog titled University Graduation Requirements.
College of Health and Human Sciences Graduation Requirements: Grade Point Averages. The specific GPA requirement for teaching-related majors and minors within the College of Health and Human Sciences is as follows:
- 2.75 resident GPA.
- 2.75 total GPA.
- 2.75 major GPA.
- 2.75 minor GPA (if applicable, for certification only).
The resident and total GPAs for the major are computed using all attempted credits applicable to the major including those offered by departments other than the major department. The resident and total GPAs for the second program (if applicable) are computed similarly.
Major-Minor and Major-Certificate Requirements. Each candidate for a baccalaureate degree must present one of the following:
- Comprehensive major (at least 60 credits)
- Standard major (at least 36 credits) plus one of the following:
- Another standard major (at least 36 credits), or
- A minor (at least 24 credits), or
- A certificate (12-18 credits)
Certain degree programs which include Comprehensive Majors may require more than the minimum of 120 credits for graduation.
Exercise Science; Professional Studies; Social Work; Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences; and Rehabilitation Science Requirements
Program and Degree Requirements
Specific requirements are published in conjunction with the Catalog description of the major leading to the degree.
Degree Requirements
University Graduation Requirements. All candidates for degrees must fulfill the requirements for credits, curriculum, GPA, and University residency as specified in the section of this catalog titled University Graduation Requirements.
College of Health and Human Sciences Graduation Requirements: Grade Point Averages. All degree candidates must earn minimum resident and total GPAs as required by their chosen major, minor, or certificate. The specific GPA requirements for majors within the College of Health and Human Sciences are as follows:
- Exercise Science, Comprehensive Major: 2.5 total GPA.
- Professional Studies, Comprehensive Major: 2.0 total GPA.
- Rehabilitation Science, Comprehensive Major: 2.75 total GPA.
- Social Work, Comprehensive Major: 2.00 total GPA.
- Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, Comprehensive Major: 2.00 total GPA.
The resident and total GPAs for the major are computed using all attempted credits applicable to the major including those offered by departments other than the major department. The resident and total GPAs for the second program are computed similarly.
Major-Minor and Major-Certificate Requirements. Each candidate for a baccalaureate degree must present one of the following:
- Comprehensive major (at least 60 credits)
- Standard major (at least 36 credits) plus one of the following:
- Another standard major (at least 36 credits), or
- A minor (at least 24 credits), or
- A certificate (12-18 credits)
Certain degree programs which include Comprehensive Majors may require more than the minimum of 120 credits for graduation.
