College of Education, Health and Human Services
Addictions Counseling Certificate Program
Nationwide, there are more than 300,000 job openings for substance abuse treatment providers. In Ohio, projections indicate a 19% increase in substance abuse counselor positions from 2014-24. The Addictions Counseling Certificate Program (ACCP) provides students at the undergraduate and graduate levels who are enrolled in a behavioral science degree program (e.g., counseling, human services, criminal justice) with the educational content necessary to apply for chemical dependency counselor licensure in Ohio issued by Ohio Chemical Dependency.
To learn more about this program, contact Annaleise Fisher or check out the program website below.
Annaleise Fisher, Undergraduate Addictions Counseling Certificate Program Coordinator
Email: alessick@kent.edu
Adolescent and Young Adult Education
The Adolescent and Young Adult Education (ADED) program, formerly the Secondary Education Program, dates back to the early years of the university. Our program prepares students for careers as educators for grades 7-12. Diversity is valued at Kent State University as a universal approach to increasing the quality of education. It is an education grounded in equity, justice, and integrity that creates and sustains an environment conducive to the success of all. In keeping with the values of our college and school, the Adolescent and Young Adult Education Program (ADED) is committed to processes of social justice, inclusion, and to diverse ways of knowing and being.
To learn more about this program, contact Kristine Pytash or check out the program website below.
Kristine Pytash, Associate Professor
Email: kpytash@kent.edu
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Prevention Certificate Program
Graduates of the Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Prevention certificate may sit for the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services exams to become a certified prevention specialist in the state of Ohio.
To learn more about this program, contact Laurie Wagner or check out the program website below.
Laurie M. Wagner, MED, PHD, MCHES, Assistant Professor
Email: lyoo@kent.edu
American Sign Language/English Interpreting
The ASL/English Interpreting Program prepares students to work with children and adults who are Deaf or have a hearing loss. The interpreting courses and instructors prepare students to interpret in educational, K-12 settings. Graduates of the KSU program receive licensure from the state of Ohio to interpret in pre-K-12. These skills provide the framework for students to interpret at the post-secondary level. Students also receive instruction and practice to interpret in community settings. Community interpreting includes medical and mental health venues, social service offices, and employment, to name a few.
To learn more about this program, contact Dr. Jamie McCartney or check out the program website below.
Dr. Jamie L. McCartney, Program Coordinator and Assistant Professor
Email: jmccar15@kent.edu
Community Health - Minor
The Community Health minor is for students seeking to have increased understanding of health issues in the community setting. This minor complements students majoring in the social sciences or planning to work in community settings, such as non-profit or voluntary agencies.
To learn more about this program, contact Laurie Wagner or check out the program website below.
Laurie M. Wagner, MED, PHD, MCHES, Assistant Professor
Email: lyoo@kent.edu
Early Childhood Education
The Early Childhood Education (ECED) program and faculty have a national reputation for their contributions to the field of Early Education. The Ohio license is for teaching children in preschool through grade 5. Our program places a strong emphasis on field experience. With this program, students complete student teaching experiences in both pre-k and grades K-5.
To learn more about this program, contact Julie Stoll or check out the program website below.
Julie Stoll, Ph.D, Associate Professor and Finances Coordinator of the Children's Program at the KSU Child Development Center
Email: jastoll@kent.edu
Education Minor
The Education minor allows students pursuing a major other than teacher education to prepare for public school teaching. The minor provides the professional coursework necessary for graduates to seek an Ohio teaching license.
To learn more about this program, contact Jessy Hendrickx or check out the program website below.
Jessy Hendrickx, Lecturer
Email: jahendri@kent.edu
Exercise Science/Physiology
The Exercise Science/Physiology program is to promote the development of a healthy physically active lifestyle and prepare its graduates for teaching exercise science and fitness professions. Students will acquire knowledge of human movement, requisite skills and competencies in their area of specialization at the Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral levels.
To learn more about this program, contact J. Derek Kingsley or check out the program website below.
J. Derek Kingsley, Ph.D,. FACSM, Associate Professor
Email: jkingsle@kent.edu
Gerontology - Minor
A minor in Gerontology provides students with knowledge of the aging process, and how these changes affect individuals psychologically, physiologically and socially. By 2050 it is estimated that one in five people will be over the age of 65, meaning there will be an increase in demand for individuals with an understanding of the aging process. This minor allows students to acquire knowledge in Gerontology and aging, which will enhance their ability to work with the aging population.
To learn more about this program, contact Kelly Cichy or check out the program website below.
Kelly Cichy, Associate Professor
Email: kcichy@kent.edu
Human Development and Family Studies
The undergraduate Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) degree prepares students for careers in the helping profession. Core coursework focuses on lifespan development and family issues and processes. Students will acquire knowledge in child and adolescent development, adult development and aging, biological aspects of human development, family studies, intervention research, and developmental research methods. This program is offered both as a major and a minor at Kent State.
To learn more about this program, contact Kelly Cichy or check out the program website below.
Kelly Cichy, Associate Professor
Email: kcichy@kent.edu
Human Sexuality - Minor
The Human Sexuality minor gives students an opportunity to study a range of issues—basic, in-depth and controversial—including women’s health, HIV/AIDS and the teaching of sexuality in age- in developmentally appropriate ways. The flexible nature of the minor allows students to design their program to align with their interests and primary study.
To learn more about this program, contact Laurie Wagner or check out the program website below.
Laurie M. Wagner, MED, PHD, MCHES, Assistant Professor
Email: lyoo@kent.edu
Integrated Health Studies
The primary mission of the Integrated Health Studies program is to educate individuals to serve present and future needs of an increasingly diverse society in the professional fields associated with health and/or medical services. Fundamental to its mission is the education of students to excel as practitioners and provide leadership to their respective disciplines.
To learn more about this program, contact Keya Jennings or check out the program website below.
Keya Jennings, Senior Advisor I
Email: kjennin9@kent.edu
Long-Term Care Administration
The Bachelor of Science degree in Long-Term Care Administration provides students the education, qualifications and eligibility for state and national licensure eligibility to work as administrators in long-term care settings, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, retirement communities, congregate living, home-care, adult care centers, hospice care, and other long-term services and supports.
To learn more about this program, contact Donna Alexander or check out the program website below.
Donna Alexander, Lecturer and Coordinator of Nursing Home Administration
Email: dalexa2@kent.edu
Middle Childhood Education
We offer a Bachelor of Science in Education with two concentrations - students select from Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts - and the teaching of reading. Graduates of this baccalaureate program receive an Ohio Resident Educator Teaching License in Middle Childhood Education (4-9), valid for four years. This license is required for teaching and may be used for substitute teaching.
To learn more about this program, contact Dr. Sonya L. Wisdom or check out the program website below.
Dr. Sonya L. Wisdom, Associate Professor
Email: swisdom@kent.edu
Nonprofit Studies - Minor
Available to all undergraduate students at Kent State University, graduates of this program come from a variety of majors, including: Business; Education; Health Sciences; Human Development and Family Studies; Gerontology; Political Science; Psychology; Sociology, and many more! This program allows students to gain real world experience with local nonprofit agencies through a practicum experience. Students in this minor are prepared for careers in a variety of nonprofit organizations at the local, state, national and international level. It is important for individuals considering careers in the nonprofit sector to understand the structure of these organizations since they are very different than for-profit businesses.
To learn more about this program, contact Kelly Cichy or check out the program website below.
Kelly Cichy, Associate Professor
Email: kcichy@kent.edu
Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management
Graduates of this program understand the wide array of benefits produced by recreation, park and tourism and they work professionally to provide these benefits at local, national and global levels. Furthermore, they work to assure that all people have access to these benefits regardless of ability or socio-economic status. Professional opportunities are available in, but not limited to:
- Resorts and theme parks, visitor and convention bureaus,
- Local park and recreation departments, state parks, national parks and other protected natural areas,
- Campus recreation and wellness centers, urban recreation centers, youth development such as YMCA and YWCA,
- Therapeutic recreation, inclusive recreation, and
- Corporate wellness programs, camps and outdoor leadership schools.
To learn more about this program, contact Mary Parr, Ph. D. or check out the program website below.
Mary Parr, Ph. D., Associate Professor
Email: mparr@kent.edu
Sports Administration
The Sport Administration Program prepares students for careers in the sport industry through a balanced academic program and numerous practical experiences. Graduates are prepared to pursue careers in sport program management, facility management, event planning, and sports marketing and public relations.
To learn more about this program, contact Aaron Mulrooney or check out the program website below.
Aaron Mulrooney, Program Coordinator
Email: amulroon@kent.edu