Support tied to high advanced health program placement
A two-pronged approach to help Central Michigan University students place at higher rates than national averages in advanced health programs.
The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions
Student-focused learning community
No matter where you are in your educational journey, our degree and certificate programs provide the skills and experiences needed in healthcare. Our student-centered approach is evident in classroom learning, clinical experiences, internships, research opportunities, and community outreach/volunteerism. Join us in creating an inclusive, healthy society.
Proven health education leadership
- Over 2,500 internship/clinical affiliations globally.
- 1st Athletic Training major (initially Sports Medicine) in the United States.
- Over 100 students and faculty presented findings at the Health Professions Research Symposium last year.
- 1st accredited Doctor of Audiology program in the United States.
- Michigan’s only nationally accredited Environmental Health and Safety program.
- $792,283 in total research funding for the College in 2023-2024.
- 5 Gold Awards for the "Exercise is Medicine" program from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
- CHP partners with over 800 clinics, educational, social service, government, business, and other agencies around the world every year.
Carls Center for Clinical Care and Education
The premier specialty rehabilitation center in Mid-Michigan, pooling together the talents of exceptional clinicians, faculty, and students.
Mobile Health Central
We do healthcare on-the-go. Mobile Health Central is our traveling clinic and preventive health education center.
Health Professions Residential College
Live and learn with fellow students bound for similar careers in the Health Professions Residential College.
Institute for Health and Business Insight
A not-for-profit consulting group that uses data and advanced analytics to solve business problems.
News and announcements
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Holiday baking with safety in mind
With many cookie recipes using eggs, it's important to use preventative measures while baking to avoid to bacteria like nontyphoidal Salmonella.
CMU Trustees to hear from new president, elect new leaders
CMU's president will make his first public report to the Board of Trustees December 5. Trustees will hold committee meetings December 4.
