HES-SO Genève

Health and wellbeing

 

The health of students is a major issue for tertiary education in Switzerland and around the world.

With a desire to put the wellbeing of students at the top of its values, the HES-SO Genève has established several partnerships with a combination of internal expertise and local Geneva networks.

Espace Santé HES-SO Genève - New from 1st October 2024

Your health and well-being are essential for a successful academic journey. That’s why a new Espace Santé at HES-SO Genève will be opening its doors from 1st October 2024 (until then, the Consultation for Students at the Geneva University Hospitals (HUG) can be contacted). It is entirely dedicated to students from its six higher education schools. This service is free, confidential, and easily accessible, designed to meet your various health needs.

Our Services:

Primary Care Consultations

  • For any general health concern, whether physical or psychological, our team is here to listen. We offer a personalised assessment and solutions tailored to your situation and needs.

Psychological Assessment

  • If you’re going through a stressful period, suffering from anxiety disorders, or have questions about your mental health, our nurses are here for you. With or without an appointment, they offer individual consultations and support for your somatic and psychological needs.

Referral within the Geneva Health Network

  • For more specific follow-ups, access to specialised therapists, or in-depth evaluations, we facilitate your connection with specialists in the Geneva health network for prompt and targeted medical care.

Prevention and Advice

  • The new Espace Santé is committed to providing you with essential information and advice for your well-being. Our mission is to support you throughout your academic journey with prevention and personalised recommendations.

     

Contact Us:

For any questions or to make an appointment, don’t hesitate to contact us or visit the Espace Santé HES-SO Genève directly. We are here to support you on your journey and provide the assistance you need, with or without an appointment.

Address          4 Place de la Synagogue, 1205 Geneva

Telephone       +41 (0) 22 558 65 66

Email              espace-sante.hes@hesge.ch

Website          www.hesge.ch/geneve/sante

Please present your student card at your first appointment!

Need Financial Assistance?
If your resources are limited, solutions are available. The cost of consultations related to your health should not be a barrier.

The Espace Santé HES-SO Genève is free, but depending on your needs, the nursing team may refer you to the Geneva health network, including doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists, etc. To help finance these external consultations, HES-SO Genève offers specific health access support, in partnership with the University of Geneva, under certain conditions.

Check the eligibility criteria, submission deadlines, and the list of required documents before submitting your application via the University of Geneva’s online form.

Detailed information on the financial aid available to you is also available on the dedicated Student Affairs web pages.

Nutrition advice
As an HES student, you can benefit from advice from the nutrition unit, run by students and teachers in the Nutrition and Dietetics section of the Haute école de santé (Geneva Health School). This space is intended for people who are concerned about their health, weight or who would like to receive nutritional support and personalised advice.

The consultation room is in Carouge and is billed at 10 CHF per session.

Appointments by phone on 022 388 34 47, or by e-mailing ecn.consultations@hesge.ch

Clinical Laboratory and Advice for Physical and Health Activities (LACAPS)
Physiotherapy students of the Haute école de santé (Geneva Health School) offer cardiac stress tests, after which you will receive tailored advice to improve your training or go back to a physical activity.
Looking for More?

If you don’t find all the information you need from the Espace Santé HES-SO Genève, other resources are available:

  • In case of distress, conflict, discrimination, or harassment

You have free and confidential access to support services through the Equal Opportunities contact person at your institution or an external trusted person (personnedeconfiance@humancp.ch | T. +41 (0) 22 736 33 07).

  • In case of specific needs

You can benefit from accommodation measures to enable you to pursue your studies in the best possible conditions. This applies to chronic illnesses, psychological or physical conditions, learning disorders (DYS, ADHD), autism spectrum disorders (ASD), etc.

Check the online information on the procedure for requesting adjustments.

  • Coaching Workshop

For personal, professional, or academic development, a coaching service is available through the University of Geneva.

Appointments can be made online using your student email address.

  • Sports Activities

You can take advantage of around 120 sports activities offered through the University of Geneva: aerobics, volleyball, basketball, running, badminton, boxing, skating, tennis, or even sports camps (mountaineering, skiing).

While most courses are free and require no registration, some are reserved for students who have pre-registered and have limited spaces.

Check the full range of activities and sign up online!