Student Wellness and Retention | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Student Wellness and Retention

Nursing students

Need assistance immediately?

If you are in immediate crisis and one of the following applies to you:

  • You feel you are in immediate danger of harming yourself.
  • You feel you are in immediate danger of harming someone else.
  • You have recently been assaulted or had a traumatic experience.

Please do one of the following:

  • Call 911 – you will be connected with the police who can help you get emergency services.
  • Go to your local emergency room.
  • Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
    Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish
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9-8-8, a revamped National Suicide Prevention Lifeline that is being billed as the 911 of mental health, is now live in the US. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 to be connected to compassionate, accessible care.

988 Factsheet
988 Information

Mental Health Crisis?

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 988 (call or text)
  • Local StarCare Crisis Team – 806.740.1414
  • TTUHSC Counseling Center Crisis Line – 806.743-1327

PAS

PAS counseling
Program of Assistance for Students

TTUHSC provides up to eight (8) free counseling sessions per student per fiscal year (Sept. 1 - Aug. 31). Any TTUHSC student can receive assistance at no cost. Counseling services consist of assessment, brief therapy, and follow-up.

Career Services Center

Career Services provides services and resources to assist as you transition from graduate to professional in the exciting, fulfilling role of nursing.

  • Resume and Cover Letter Development and Review
  • Interview Preparation
  • Virtual Career Fair
 

TAO

PAS counseling

TAO is an interactive, web-based program that provides well-researched and highly effective strategies to help overcome anxiety, depression and other common concerns. With TAO, you will have immediate access to highly effective therapy modules 24/7.

Tranquility Room

PAS counseling

TTUHSC students, staff and faculty are all welcome to enjoy relaxation in the SON Tranquility Room (2C183). Amenities include a massage chair and mindfulness activities. To reserve a time, please email Allison Pritchard or Dr. Hollis Franco.

Local support and resources

Resources by campus