Departments
UNCG’s School of Health and Human Sciences includes a range of HHS academic departments that offer specialized programs in health, wellness, and human development.

Communication Sciences and Disorders
Preparing students to become exemplary speech-language pathology and audiology leaders.
Community and Therapeutic Recreation
Building vibrant communities that foster human connections for all.


Genetic Counseling
Guiding students to become culturally sensitive, ethical genetic counselors.
Gerontology
Enhance the lives of older adults through evidence-based practices.


HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES
Preparing students to understand early child development, adolescent changes, family relationships, and cultural influences as foundational to creating impactful prevention and intervention practices.
HUMAN HEALTH SCIENCES PROGRAM
Preparing students for in-demand careers making a difference in people’s lives and creating healthier communities.


KINESIOLOGY
Preparing students to enhance health, physical activity, physical performance, and well-being across the lifespan.
NUTRITION
Providing students a small, close-knit community within a large university and opportunities at all levels to work with expert clinicians, researchers, and top-notch mentors.


Peace and Conflict Studies
Focusing on conflict transformation and the building of peaceful and just societies.
PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATION
Preparing students in the science of preventing disease, promoting health, and prolonging life within entire populations.

