Overview
Welcome to Cleveland Clinic’s School of Health Professions. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our School.
Objectives
- Provide a curriculum that integrates clinical expertise and innovative teaching methods to ensure students are well-prepared for their future roles as healthcare professionals.
- Cultivate an inclusive community that reflects the population served, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to learn in a supportive and respectful environment.
- Offer ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and students to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Instill a commitment to patient-centered care, emphasizing quality & safety, empathy, inclusion, teamwork, integrity, and the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.
- Incorporate a global health perspective into the curriculum to prepare students for the challenges of providing care in a complex and interconnected world.
Mission
Our Mission is to foster an environment of excellence in education for a diverse population of health professions students. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive education that equips our students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to deliver the highest quality of patient care. Through innovative teaching methods, collaboration with world-class caregivers, and community engagement, we strive to develop healthcare professionals who are compassionate, competent, and committed to the advancement of health in the communities we serve.
Vision
Our Vision is to be a global leader in health professions education, where students and faculty alike can thrive and contribute to the advancement of healthcare worldwide. We strive to create a culture that values continuous learning, collaboration, and dedication to improving patient outcomes.
Facts and figures
Enrolled students
- July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023: 281
- July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024: 310
Graduates
- July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023: 156
- July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024: 157
Number of programs
- 15 health professions programs
Retention rates
- July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023: 85%
- July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024: 90%
Programmatic accreditors
- Five programmatic accreditors
Message from the Dean
Welcome to the Cleveland Clinic School of Health Professions, where education meets innovation, preparing graduates with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to excel in diverse healthcare roles. Since joining Cleveland Clinic in 2018, I have been continuously inspired by the way our faculty and students embrace opportunities to innovate and meet the challenges of the evolving healthcare landscape.
Our programs prepare students for a wide spectrum of healthcare careers, from direct patient care in fields like diagnostic imaging, dietetics, and spiritual care, to essential roles in medical laboratories and operating rooms. Students in our programs benefit from unparalleled access to the clinical expertise of Cleveland Clinic caregivers, gaining insights from profession-specific curricula while also engaging in interdisciplinary professional development opportunities.
We are deeply committed to supporting our students' success. Through personalized connections with faculty, dynamic clinical experiences, and a comprehensive network of resources, we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated, enriching both the educational experience and the future of healthcare.
Our relationship with Cleveland Clinic uniquely positions us at the cutting edge of healthcare, ensuring our graduates are equipped not only with the skills they need today but also prepared to thrive in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. We encourage you to explore all Cleveland Clinic’s School of Health Professions has to offer and to join us in advancing the health of the communities we serve.
Mari Knettle, DPT, EdD
Dean, Cleveland Clinic School of Health Professions
Accreditation
State approval
On July 31, 2019, the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools approved the Center for Health Professions Education (Cleveland) to offer and solicit students for authorized postsecondary education programs in the State of Ohio. School Registration Number: 2165.
Programmatic accreditation
Beachwood Diagnostic Medical Sonography
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Beachwood) Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)\
9355 113th Street N., #7709
Seminole, FL, 33775-7709
727-210-2350
Beachwood Radiologic Technology
The Radiologic Technology Program (Beachwood) is accredited by the Joint Review committee on Education in Radiologic Technology:
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JR-CERT)
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL, 60606-3182
312-704–5300
Cardiac Ultrasound
The Cardiac Ultrasound Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Cardiovascular Technology.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
9355 113th Street N., #7709
Seminole, FL, 33775-7709
727-210-2350
Cardiovascular Perfusion
The Cardiovascular Perfusion Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Committee-Perfusion Education.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)\
9355 113th Street N., #7709
Seminole, FL, 33775-7709
727-210-2350
Cytology
The Cytology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Cytology Programs Review Committee.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)\
9355 113th Street N., #7709
Seminole, FL, 33775-7709
727-210-2350
Clinical Pastoral Education
The Clinical Pastoral Education Internship is accredited by The Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc. (ACPE).
The Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc.
1 Concourse Parkway, Suite 800
Atlanta, GA 30328
Phone: 404-320-1472
Website: www.acpe.edu
Dietetic Internship
The Dietetic Internship Program is fully accredited through June 30th, 2026, by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. Recognition by USDE affirms that ACEND meets national standards and is a reliable authority on the quality of nutrition/dietetics education programs.
ACEND may be contacted at:
Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
Suite 2000
120 South Riverside Plaza
Chicago, IL 60606-6995
312-899-0040, ext 5400
https://www.eatrightpro.org/acend
Medical Dosimetry
The Medical Dosimetry Program is accredited by the:
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org
The program's current award is Probation. General program accreditation information and current accreditation award letter can be found here.
Medical Laboratory Science
The Cleveland Clinic Medical Laboratory Science Program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
Further information can be obtained by contacting NAACLS at 5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL, 60018, by phone at 773-714-8880 or by visiting the NAACLS website at www.naacls.org.
Mercy Diagnostic Medical Sonography
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Mercy) Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)\
9355 113th Street N., #7709
Seminole, FL, 33775-7709
727-210-2350
Mercy Radiologic Technology
The Radiologic Technology Program (Mercy) is accredited by the Joint Review committee on Education in Radiologic Technology:
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org
Paramedic Education
The Paramedic Education Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
To contact CoAEMSP:
214-703-8445
www.coaemsp.org
The Paramedic Education Program is accredited by the Ohio Department of Public Safety.
Ohio Department of Public Safety
1970 W Broad St.
Columbus, OH 43223
844-644-6268
Phlebotomy
The Phlebotomy Program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720
Rosemont, IL, 60018-5119
773-714-8880
Primary Magnetic Resonance Imaging Program
The Primary Magnetic Resonance Imaging Program is accredited by the Joint Review committee on Education in Radiologic Technology:
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JR-CERT)
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL, 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Administration
Executive leadership
James Stoller, MD, MS
Chief of Education
Academic affairs
Mari Knettle, DPT, EdD, FASAHP
Dean
Operations
Michelle Hrehocik, MBA
Senior Director
Administrative units
Doneisha Taylor-Smith, MBA
Registrar
Cheryl Stashinko, MLIS
Documentation and Quality
Patrick Svihlik, MEd
Student Records
Student services
Rachel King, JD
Assistant Dean of Student Affairs
Randi Myers, MAEd
Student Affairs and Alumni Relations
Non-Discrimination Policy
Cleveland Clinic is committed to providing a working and learning environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the policy of Cleveland Clinic to ensure that the working and learning environment is free from discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, age, national origin, disability, military status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Cleveland Clinic prohibits any such discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation.
Any participant in a Cleveland Clinic educational program, including any student, trainee or employee, who may have been subject to discrimination on the basis of a protected characteristic is encouraged to make a report to the Office of Educational Equity at EduEquity@ccf.org.
