Wellness Center

A licensed practical nurse is available during regular business hours on campus. The nurse provides college specific nursing care and promotes health, wellness and preventive care for the student population. Care received in the Wellness Center is nurse-directed and based on physician approved clinical protocols.

All currently enrolled Kettering University students may utilize the center services. Services are free with the exception of a small charge for certain vaccinations (influenza). Students may drop in during business hours or call ahead to make an appointment. Services and programs include, but are not limited to:

• Treatment of minor ailments and injuries (such as scrapes, colds, flu, minor injuries)
• Advice on effective self-care and well-being including stress management
• Referrals to community healthcare providers
• Nurse Triage

Counseling Services

The Wellness Center provides individual counseling to students who experience psychological, behavioral or learning difficulties. Counselors are available by appointment. Students can drop by or call the Wellness Center to make an appointment. Some issues that a counselor can help with include, but are not limited to:

• Relationship conflicts
• Stress and/or other emotional difficulties
• Grief and loss issues
• Alcohol or other drug use
• Transition to college life
• Harassing and bullying issues

Student Assistance and Crisis Counseling

Students may reach the crisis counseling at (855) 774-4700 anytime and from any location to speak directly to a licensed mental health specialist. Students in crisis (whether on campus or on a co-op assignment elsewhere) should utilize our Student Assistance Program, available 24/7, 365 days a year, through Ulliance, a national leader in providing mental health services. This University-sponsored program provides confidential crisis assistance to students at no cost.

Some of the issues that the program can help with include, but are not limited to:

• Relationship conflicts
• Stress or other emotional difficulties
• Grief and loss issues
• Alcohol or other drug use
• Legal issues
• Financial concerns
• Child care resources

Additionally, Ulifeline.org is an online mental health resource for college students. This site is a resource to find various topics, articles, resources, etc. about things that are going on in your life. Utilize this site as an added support resource that enhances your relationship with our counselors on-staff.

Disability Services

Kettering University provides disability services in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (1990) and its amendments, along with state and local regulations regarding students, employees and applicants with disabilities. Under these laws, no qualified individual with a disability shall be denied access to participation in services, programs and/or activities at Kettering.

Prospective students in the admissions process should contact the Wellness Center as soon as possible to discuss appropriate documentation needed to verify a disability and to identify the type of services, accommodations and adaptive equipment that may be necessary. 

View or Download the Disability Services Handbook

Confidentiality

The Wellness Center is not permitted by law to disclose any medical information to a parent or guardian without the consent of the student unless the student is mentally incapacitated or threatens to harm him/herself or someone else. When parents inquire with a concern, the student is contacted directly to request permission to speak with them. If students wish to share medical information with their parents, they must complete and submit an Authorization of Release Information form at the Wellness Center.