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Student Health Services

After-Hour Crisis LineStudents can call the mental health crisis line whenever Student Health Services is closed for in-the-moment emotional support from a mental health professional. Faculty/Staff can also call to consult about students in a Mental Health crisis when Student Health Services is closed.

Student Health Services (SHS) at El Camino College is committed to providing excellent, comprehensive outpatient clinical care to promote and maintain the health and well-being of our students. We achieve this through a multi-disciplinary team approach comprised of physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, clinical psychologists, a licensed chiropractor and office support staff. Please call 310-660-3643 for questions or to make an appointment. 

 

We're Here For You

Student Health Services (SHS) strives to engage, educate and empower El Camino College students in healthy behaviors through developing, implementing and supporting a wide range of wellness activities based on solid research and best practices. 

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Available Services

We encourage the creation of a culture of wellness that promotes and supports healthy lifestyle practices across the El Camino College community. Currently enrolled students can access the following services:

  • FREE Treatment for Acute Injuries & Illnesses
  • FREE Mental Health Therapy
  • FREE/Low-Cost Vaccines & Immunizations
  • FREE/Low-Cost Medications
  • FREE Testing and Treatment of Sexually Transmitted Infections                    One FREE STI panel per semester
  • FREE/Low-Cost Reproductive Health Services (Condoms, Birth Control Pills, Plan B)
  • FREE Chiropractic Services
  • FREE/Low-Cost Lab Testing
  • FREE Workshops & Events

Emergency Situations

If you are experiencing a physical or mental health emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately or visit your nearest emergency room.

Student Health Services is closed on weekends, holidays, and school breaks and there are no night/weekend services. View Crisis Resources for more information.

Learn More

The Student Health Fee of $26 per fall and spring semesters and $22 per summer session covers most services at ECC's Student Health Services, with no need for insurance or a co-pay.

Student Health Services is solely supported by the student health fee.


For additional Information visit the Health Services Fee section of the Tuition and Fees webpage. 

 

Monday: 8:00am- 5:00pm

Tuesday:  8:00am- 5:00pm

Wednesday: 8:00am- 5:00pm

Thursday:  8:00am- 5:00pm

Friday: 8:00am- 1:00pm


Student Health Services is closed on weekends, holidays, and school breaks, and there are no night/weekend services.

View Crisis Resources for after-hours and emergency information.

Student Wellness Ambassadors are employed by Student Health Services to provide peer-to-peer outreach to promote a variety of holistic resources that help students succeed!

Student Wellness Ambassador goals include:

  • Reducing stigma by promoting student physical and mental health benefits and resources in a welcoming and relatable manner
  • Promoting services and resources through innovative and creative outreach strategies
  • Furthering student reach and collaboration across campus
  • Focusing on reaching historically underserved students
  • Improving student outcomes by providing resources and support for student success

Interested?  Please complete this form.

Quick Links

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Medical/ Mental Health Visits

For Medical Services, access more information here. 

For Psychological services, access  here to address your mental health in a safe environment.

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Workshops/ Events

Attend a variety of health/wellbeing workshops or events throughout the semester.

Wellness Resources

Wellness Resources

Check out these wellness resources available to ECC students. 

 

SHS Resources

  • After Hours Emotional Crisis Line: 310.660.3377
  • Crisis Text Line:Text COURAGE to 741741 for FREE crisis counseling 24/7/365
  • SHS Crisis Resources

 

Questions? Contact Us

Student Health Services

Health Center

Office: 310-660-3643

Fax: 310-660-3828

After-Hours Emotional Crisis Line: 310-660-3377

ECCStudentHealth@elcamino.edu