Nevada Department of EducationNevada Department of Education

    Student Support Services


    Overview

    There are many different professionals that support students on their educational journey. On this page you will find the many professionals that support student health. Why is it important to address student health in schools? If students do not have their health needs addressed (both physical and mental) they are more likely to struggle with having the capacity to learn. Students who struggle in school are more likely to be absent, and chronic absenteeism increases the likelihood of adult challenges. In this document it goes into detail of the many professionals who work in schools that support student success. 

      Board Certified Behavior Analyst

      School Counselor

      School Social Worker

      School Psychologist

      Speech-Language Pathologist