To help address workforce shortages in the health care sector, Carthage College has opened a School of Health.

The new school will include Carthage College’s nursing and neuroscience programs, as well as planned programs in biomedical sciences and other emerging fields, Carthage announced on Tuesday. While the new school is open now, there will be a grand opening celebration in spring 2026. Carthage is a private college in Kenosha.

The School of Health includes undergraduate majors in allied health science, exercise and sport science, social work, sociology and criminal justice. The school also offers a five-year track to a master’s degree in athletic training. The new school will allow more opportunities for students to conduct medical research.

“We see an extraordinary opportunity for the School of Health to directly impact tens of thousands of people in southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois,” Carthage president John Swallow said. “Thanks to our central location and our strong relationships with industry partners, Carthage is ready to dive into the work of thoroughly preparing many more health care professionals, at all levels and in many different fields, who will serve their communities from day one.”

Carthage seeks participation from health care leaders to guide the School of Health’s priorities through meetings, surveys and public health care forums, according to a news release.

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