Student Background Checks

Policy Owner: Dean of Nursing Education & Health Programs

Policy Statement:

All students accepted into a health service program that requires background checks, will be asked to perform a criminal background check with the appropriate designated company identified by the specific program. Acceptance into the program remains provisional until the background check report is received and reviewed.

Policy Rational:

Verification of criminal offenses is required to determine eligibility of admission to the program and certification/licensure.