The healthcare industry and the College programs of study require healthcare professionals to be in good physical and mental health. Students with physical and/or mental health issues may be asked to obtain a physician’s statement, at the student’s cost, verifying that the condition will not be aggravated by or endanger clients associated with the student in required coursework.
Students enrolled in the Radiologic Technology (RAD), and Surgical Technology (SGT) programs must complete the following prior to starting clinical/externship:
- Submit documentation of the following immunizations:
- Hepatitis B (first two in the series of three shots or positive titer)
- MMR – Measles, Mumps, Rubella (two doses or positive titers)
- Varicella (two doses or positive titer)
- Seasonal Influenza
- Tdap/TD - Tetanus (within last 10 years)
Additional Immunizations/Vaccinations for Medical Technology Programs
Immunization/vaccination requirements are based on the current Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations for healthcare workers and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). Externship sites where students will be assigned may have additional health clearance and immunization requirements beyond the current recommendations by the CDC or ACIP. Most hospital based clinicals and externship sites require COVID-19 Immunization. The College has identified a standard immunization policy but reserves the right to require any additional healthcare clearance assessment, documentation, immunization, and serology testing at any point throughout the enrollment of the program. In addition, immunizations and health requirements may change without notice and students may be required to provide verifiable documentation of their ability to meet new requirements. Students are required to provide documentation within the designated timeframe in order to maintain enrollment and progress. All additional requirements are at the student’s expense.