Due to mandated regulations from clinical agencies where students and faculty participate in clinical rotations/externships, acceptance into a program is conditional upon meeting the following requirements:
Students are responsible for ensuring that all required clinical documentation and health-related requirements remain current and acceptable to all assigned clinical/externship sites. Requirements, including but not limited to immunizations, background checks, drug screenings, and health clearances, are subject to the policies and approval of each individual clinical affiliate. Approval, denial, or restriction by a clinical site is determined solely by that facility and may vary across sites.
Failure to meet clinical affiliate requirements—including denial of required documentation, inability to obtain an approved exemption, or failure to comply with site-specific restrictions—may result in the student being ineligible to attend clinical/externship experiences. As clinical participation is a required component of all School of Health Sciences programs, inability to attend or complete clinical requirements may prevent progression in the program and may result in withdrawal or dismissal.
Requirements may vary by program. Clinical/externship sites may also request random or discretionary background checks and drug screens, which will be conducted at the student’s expense. If a student’s health status changes, the program may require additional medical clearance, technical performance evaluations, or a partial/full physical examination (see Student Change in Medical Status).
Compliance documentation will be shared with designated personnel at affiliated clinical/externship sites as required. To participate in clinical/externship rotations—a graduation requirement—all findings must be satisfactory to all participating clinical agencies. Students who are not accepted for clinical/externship placement will be unable to complete the program.
Additionally, while certain background check violations may not prevent program admission, clinical placement, or progression, they may affect certification/licensure eligibility. Students must verify professional requirements for their chosen discipline with the appropriate certification/licensing agencies before starting the program.