Western Michigan University - Department of Human Performance and Health Education

The College of Education and Human Development's Department of Human Performance and Health Education (HPHE) is ready to help you find and pursue your passion. With the support of our dedicated faculty and global student body, you will develop the skills to thrive personally and professionally. We offer experience-based learning that will prepare you for a successful, meaningful career. **Mission** It is the mission of the department to provide coursework and experiences which will allow students to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes conducive to their employment as professionals within the allied fields of health, physical education or recreation. Students develop skills which allow them to analyze programmatic needs, deliver programs which meet specific needs and self-assess professional effectiveness through reflective practices.