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欢迎 to the Westbrook College of 健康的职业
The Westbrook College of 健康的职业 prepares its graduates to practice, lead and excel in today’s evolving health care environment. The college, comprised of undergraduate and graduate programming on 三个校区 是…的故乡 14 health professions programs. The faculty and professional staff of the college are dedicated to relationship-focused and student-centered approaches to learning.
The philosophy of the college is grounded in interprofessional education and collaborative practice, and all majors and programs are committed to this endeavor. It is well understood that the best health outcomes are achieved when care is well coordinated by a team of professionals. 学生 in the college participate in numerous curricular, 课外学习, and extra-curricular interprofessional activities including experiential learning, 临床教育, 技能实验室, 大体解剖实验室, simulation activities, 服务学习, 和更多的.
This allows students to gain competence in their discipline of choice but also proficiency in collaborative practice. UNE graduates are well prepared to enter the workforce and practice as a member of a health care team.
The college is additionally committed to civic responsibility among and toward some of society’s most vulnerable communities. Together, UNE’s faculty and students engage in meaningful 服务学习 contributing to the promotion of healthier communities while deepening their understanding of the societal concerns that contribute to health disparities.
我们的教师 are dedicated educators, scholars, and expert practitioners in their chosen fields. They are passionate about their disciplines, infusing excitement and generating curiosity and real-world learning into the classroom, 实验室, 诊所, and community-based experiences. The faculty are well engaged in funded research and programs, often providing students opportunities to participate in robust scholarship.
Our facilities include a state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation Center opened in 2017, along with a Motion Analysis Laboratory, a Community Therapy Clinic, and numerous dedicated labs and workspaces for the various programs. 我们的现代 口腔卫生诊所 has served the region for over 50 years, providing care to 5,000 patients annually.
According to the Bureau of Labor, health care roles are among the fastest growing industries in the United States economy. This is an exciting time to explore the educational opportunities offered in health care. I encourage you to visit our beautiful Biddeford and Portland campuses.
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Dean, Westbrook College of 健康的职业
University of New England
史蒂文斯大道716号
Portland, Maine 04103