Students are required to start clinical clerkships no later than 2 semesters (8 months) after completion of Basic Medical Sciences. A student who fails to commence clinical clerkships within 8 months of completion of Basic Medical Sciences is subject to a penalty in the amount of US $250 every subsequent month the clerkships are delayed. Students are advised to give the Administration or Clinical Department at least two weeks notice, informing the department of their intent to begin Clinical Clerkships and choice of clinical sites / hospitals.
Below are requirements for starting your clinical clerkship:
Successful completion of Basic Medical Science Curriculum and relevant University examinations is a requirement for clinical clerkship.
Student contact information form
Identifying documentation submitted to the Clinical Department (i.e., Drivers License, Passport, Passport style photo, as may be requested)
Proof of Visa and Citizenship status
Police background check and background screening
HIPAA Training certification
Proof of 2 MMR vaccinations or positive titer / immunity to Mumps, Rubella, Measels
Proof of immunity to Varicella via titer, 2 immunization or history or diseases documented by a healthcare provider
Negative PPD test within the last year or chest x-ray within last 2 years, if PPD is positive
