Areas of Assessment
We help support student's development in the following areas
Academics
These set of skills help students perform at their best in class.
Identity
These set of skills help students build their identity as individuals.
Well-Being
This set of skills help students maintain a sense of well-being and avoid burnout.
Effort
This set of skills help students put the mental energy towards achieving their goals.
Engagement
This set of skills helps students engage with their campus community.
Thriving
Finally, Student Thriving, which is a combination of all the skills above. When students do well in each of the 5 areas, they thrive at your institution.
HICS measures 20 unique Character Skills that efficiently and systematically help gain insights into the student so that they can be supported during their academic journey.
Challenges
- Student Well-Being and Burnout
- Academic Performance
- Student Retention
Benefits
- Flourishing Students
- Reduced Advisor/Counselor Caseload
- Direct and Indirect Cost Benefits
Testimonials
"Adding Character Skills to our evaluation helps our students use their head and heart together and helps us educate the whole student."
Dr. Kunal Bhanot
Department Chair and Founding Program Director, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Carlow University
“HICS instrument helps our students understand themselves better and helps our coaching team support them more effectively.”
Dr. M Anthony Kapolka
Director of First year Programs, Wilkes University
"This product has the ability to tell us which of our students will handle the stress of rigorous curriculum and who would need extra support."
Dr. Juan Samper
Associate Dean, University of Florida School of Veterinary Medicine