Accepted applicants will receive a letter with information regarding a health clearance, criminal background check, drug testing and CPR certification.

• Health Clearance
  
• A medical history and physical examination completed by a physician, physician’s assistant, or nurse practitioner within 3 months prior to program start date. The physical must state that the applicant does not have any health conditions that would create a hazard to self, employees, or patients.
  
• Documentation of required immunizations.
  
• A negative PPD skin test must be obtained. If a positive reaction is obtained, or has previously been obtained, a chest x-ray must be taken unless medically contraindicated.
  
• Criminal Background Check
  All students participating in clinical assignments are required by acute care hospitals to complete a criminal background check and be cleared by the clinical facility in order to participate in the clinical experience.
  
• Drug Testing
  All students participating in clinical assignments may be required by acute care hospitals to be drug tested.
  
• CPR Certification
  CPR certification is not required in advance. It is offered as part of RSCR 220: Introduction to Respiratory Care Principles.