Criminal Background Statement

Criminal Background checks may be a requirement for training at some affiliated clinical sites. Based on the results of these checks, an affiliated clinical site may determine to not allow your presence at a facility. Additionally, a criminal background may preclude licensure or employment. If you are assigned to a clinical affiliate requiring a criminal background check, you will be required to provide the requested information. Acceptance of you as a student in the clinical facility will be at the clinical affiliate’s discretion. As a student, you will be responsible for the cost of any required background checks. If a clinical denies your presence in the facility, you will not be able to complete the clinical/practicum experience and you will be withdrawn from the program. The specifications for the background check are at the discretion of the clinical affiliate. Should the affiliate not require a specific vendor for the check, the program director will provide a list of available vendors to purchase the required criminal background check. The cost of the criminal background check will average $50.00-$100.00. The exact amount may vary based on the affiliate specifications and individual student differences. As a student you will not be allowed access to a clinical facility for any student experience until the clinical facility has authorized your presence.