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Learn with us!

Welcome to the College of Health at Cleveland State University.  Our programs work together across health and healthcare disciplines to create opportunities for our students to learn, to grow in knowledge and skill, to assist with research in their field, and to serve our Cleveland community.  Learn more about our programs, faculty and staff, and activities!

College News and Events

Rocco - a service dog in training at the Veterinary Social Work Conference

Veterinary Social Work Conference hosted at CSU

The 8th annual International Veterinary Social Work Conference was hosted at Cleveland State University September 12 through 14. This event brought together many leaders and ...
Speech-language work with a client in wheelchair

Neurosparks Camp

The College of Health hosted a three-day conference in August 2024 on traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). The conference brought together both TBI caregivers and survivors to lea...

National Science Foundation funding supports assistive technology to aid people with disabilities

Drs. Su and Wajda in our Health Sciences and Human Performance department were part of an interdisciplinary team at Cleveland State University which was awarded a National Sci...

The State of Sexual Health in Northeast Ohio

Please join us at this upcoming event:  The State of Sexual Health in Northeast Ohio Monday, April 17 from 6:00pm-7:30pm Event will be held in the Center for In...

Information for Prospective Students

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Our mission:

Inspire innovation and inclusivity
Promote health equity and wellness
Educate with excellence


Our vision: 

The College of Health will be a leader in diverse, inclusive education, interprofessional practice, and research. Utilizing a holistic approach, we will promote individual, family, community, regional, and global health and wellness.


Our core values:

Compassion
Advocacy
Respect
Equity


Note: "IPE" is an acronym used to describe InterProfessional Education - which is a cornerstone of our educational philosophy to prepare health scientists and health workers to work collaboratively across disciplines.  For example, in a hospital setting a variety of practitioners and professionals need to work together to improve and promote health considering the whole person and all aspects of how a diagnosis may impact someone's health and life.


Important information for College of Health Students

Many of our partner health care facilities require students and faculty to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and other standard vaccinations in order to have clinical experiences at their facility.  In some programs, it may be difficult to complete placements required for your program of study if you do not get the required vaccines.

All International, Residence Life, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Nursing and MA in Speech-Language Pathology students are automatically enrolled in the Student Health Insurance.  Waivers may be possible if you are already covered, however the waiver period is limited, so please check the below website to see if you are eligible for waiver.

CSU Health Insurance Information

Contact Information

Mailing Address
Cleveland State University
College of Health
2121 Euclid Avenue, CH 307
Cleveland, OH 44115-2214

Campus Location
College of Health, Room 307
2112 Euclid Avenue
Phone: 216-875-9830

Website Contact
Phone: 216-875-9830
collegeofhealth@csuohio.edu


Speech and Hearing clinic pediatric area
Communication Sciences and Disorders

Speech and Hearing Clinic

Affordable hearing aid and speech therapy services – open to public by appointment:  Our state-of-the-art Speech and Hearing Clinic is staffed by licensed speech-language pathologists and audiologists, who are certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).  These professionals supervise and oversee all sessions conducted by student clinicians.  This serves as a great learning opportunity and provides affordable services to the community.  Medicare, Medicaid and insurance are accepted, and a sliding scale is available to those who qualify.

To schedule an appointment, please call:  (216) 687-3804

Student in exercise science program taking measurements with person on spin bike
Health and Human Performance

Exercise Science program recently accredited

The undergraduate program in Exercise Science has recently been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.  The study of Exercise Science focuses on human movement, physiology, and physical activity and how they can be used to maintain or improve health, physical fitness, and sport performance.

Physical therapy activity for balance with two students and one client
Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy 50th Anniversary

This year our Department of Physical Therapy celebrates it's 50th anniversary as a program.

child reading with therapy dog
Social Work

New Veterinary Social Work Certificate

The Veterinary Social Work certificate supports social workers to be prepared to navigate challenging conversations and experiences. Whether exploring financial decisions, navigating the pain of pet loss, finding safety with pets after experiences with violence or natural disaster, or partnering with animals for therapeutic engagement, the Veterinary Social Work focus is an asset for any social work practitioner.  This new online program was the second one established in the nation.