Mission

To provide research, clinical services, and training programs in the health and human services disciplines to meet the needs of students, faculty, and the region.

Goals and Objectives

To heighten the visibility of and increase coordination among Appalachian’s programmatic offerings in professional fields related to health and human services.

To enhance undergraduate and graduate educational and research opportunities related to the provision and management of health and human services by various professions.

To contribute to the advancement of knowledge through research and thereby improve clinical practices within the region.

To promote research, training, and service collaborations with other institutions and with community partners.

To broaden the student base interested in health and human service disciplines.

To increase access to relevant clinical internships and other training opportunities.

To improve access to specialized services for clients and providers through technical assistance and training utilizing faculty expertise.

For additional information regarding the Institute for Health and Human Services, contact Dr. John Turner at turnerjm@appstate.edu or click on the Division of Clinical Services, Research, or Outreach Services.