Student Health Services

Call us

620-417-1015

Email us

HealthCenter@sccc.edu

Visit us

East Entrance of Health Center

Schedule

Walks-in available

Mental Health Services

Interventions and support for the following:
  • Anxiety, 
  • Depression
  • Relationship/family issues
  • Adjustment issues
  • Trauma
  • LGBTQIA+ issues
  • Other mental health needs
Interventions:
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Solution-focused therapy
  • Trauma-informed care
  • The Gottman Method,
  • Conflict resolution

Medical Health Services

Services We Offer:
  • Treatment of minor illness
  • Treatment of minor injuries
  • Treatment for skin conditions
  • Contraceptive counseling and birth control
  • Pregnancy testing
  • Safer sex information
  • Confidential testing and treatment for STIs
  • Routine medication administration
  • Blood pressure checks
  • Physical examinations
  • Referral assistance
  • Management of medication
  • Assistance with diet and nutrition
  • Referrals for services not provided

Student Health Center News

Student Health Groundbreaking

Student Health Center ground breaking occurred on May 21st, 2024.  Read the article below for more details.

Bethann R. Volden, LMSW

Meet our Mental Health Counselor, Bethann Volden.  

Bethann received her Master’s of Social Work from the University of Kansas and is licensed through the Behavioral Science Regulator Board, license number LMSW 11888. Bethann can provide mental health therapy and diagnosis of mental health conditions.

Louie mascot filling out a form in a waiting area

Medical Health Services to Re-open in August

The Student Health Center, medical services are currently closed for summer.  It will re-open in August at the start of the Fall semester with the hours of operation from 10am-12pm, Monday through Thursday.  Last walk-in will be accepted at 11:30am.    

Frequently Asked Questions

The Student Health Center (SHC) is located in the recently-renovated building next to the Student Living Center. It is across the street from the Student Union entrance closest to the cafeteria. 

All current students enrolled at Seward County Community College are eligible to utilize the Student Health Services.  Upon first visit with the Healthcare team, you will asked to complete health/medical history form and an informed consent.

Appointments are available; however, walk-ins are accepted.

In case of urgent or emergent situations that need medical care, you can choose from the following facilities; however, Seward County Community College does not assume responsibility for payment of services received/incurred at these facilities:

  • Xpress Urgent Care
    • 445 W 15th St, Liberal, KS 67901
    • 620-417-9012
  • Southwest Medical Center Emergency Room
    • 315 W 15th St, Liberal, KS 67901
    • 620-624-1651
  • Genesis Health
    • 2330 N Kansas Ave, Liberal, KS 67901
    • 620-624-0463
  • Seward County Health Department
    • 1411 W 15th St #102, Liberal, KS 67901
    • 620-626-3369

For assistance with women’s health concerns outside of the Student Health Center see the following information:

  • Obgyn Associates of Southwest Kansas: Dr. Knudsen
    • 222 W 15th St, Liberal, KS 67901
    • 620-624-3811 
  • Women’s Specialty Care Center at Southwest Medical Center: Dr. Flores
    • 305 W 15th St, Liberal, KS 67901
    • 620-624-9637
  • Birthline Liberal
    • 3 S Clay Ave, Liberal, KS 67901
    • 620-626-6763
  • Seward County Health Department
    • 1411 W 15th St #102, Liberal, KS 67901
    • 620-626-3369
  • Liberal Area Rape Crisis & Domestic Violence Services
    • 111 E 2nd St, Liberal, KS 67901
    • 620-624-2774

The students rights and responsibilities are posted in the Student Health Center and provided to you through the onboarding process when you check in?

These will aid you in understanding your role in your health care.

  • emergency care
  • care for pregnant women
  • dental services
  • eye examination for glasses
  • lab tests
  • imaging services (like X-ray and ultrasound)
  • medical management of chronic illness or disease

Contact Us

Student Health Services

Meet our team

Linsey Carter
Contract Healthcare Provider
Bethann Volden
Mental Health Counselor
Liz Hill
Executive Director of Athletic Training, Fitness & Student Health Services