Student Health Services
Students 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.
Select virtual mental health options from licensed mental health professionals – at
no cost!BetterMynd at ECC!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.
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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
Medical/ Mental Health Visits
For Medical Services, access more information here or access the patient portal.
For Psychological services, access mental health services here .
Workshops/ Events
Attend a variety of health/wellbeing workshops or events throughout the semester.
SHS Resources
- Virtual Mental Health Counseling
- BetterMynd for Students
- BetterMynd for Staff/Faculty
- 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
- Basic Needs Resource Webpage (Food and Housing Insecurity, Warrior Closet)
- Student Support & Success Programs: Scroll down and select service for more information
Questions? Contact Us
Student Health Services
Health Center
Office: 310-660-3643
Fax: 310-660-3828
After-Hours Emotional Crisis Line: 310-660-3377