2021 - 2022 COM Student Handbook

Health Professions Division 2021–2022 86 Influenza Vaccination Administered annually. One dose of the influenza vaccine is required each fall. KPCOM students should refer to their college section for specific instructions concerning the influenza vaccine. Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) One of the following is required: proof of two vaccinations or positive antibody titer for measles (rubeola), mumps, and rubella. (Lab report is required.) PPD Skin Test (Two-Step) One of the following is required: negative two-step test or negative blood test (such as QuantiFERON Gold Blood Test or T-Spot Test) or if positive PPD results, provide a chest X-ray and/or prophylactic treatment information within the past 12 months. It should be noted that some rotation sites may not accept the QuantiFERON Gold Blood Test. Tetanus Toxoid, Diphtheria Toxoid, and Acellular Pertussis Vaccine (Tdap) All students are required to have had a Tetanus Toxoid, Diphtheria Toxoid, and Acellular Pertussis Vaccine (Tdap) booster prior to matriculation and must maintain immunity by continuing to remain current, according to the CDC recommendations for health care personnel, during their program. Due to the increased risk of pertussis in a health care setting, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices highly recommends that health care workers receive a one-time Tdap (ask your health care provider). Tdap is required, without regard to interval of previous dose of Tetanus-Toxoid (Td). Varicella (Chicken Pox) One of the following is required: proof of two vaccinations or positive antibody titer. (Lab report is required.) Any Other Vaccinations Required by Clinical Sites Clinical practicum or rotation sites may require additional immunizations not listed above. Students should contact their program director for further information regarding site-specific immunization requirements. Arrangements: Students may request that the Student Medical Center administer these immunizations. Students may call (954) 262-4100 to make an appointment. Once made, the appointment becomes the student’s obligation and must be kept. For students at other NSU campuses, appointments may be scheduled with the NSU-designated physician for their area. Students may request that the NSU Clinic Pharmacy administer the influenza vaccination. Students are financially responsible for all required immunizations. Failure to comply: The university is not required to provide alternative sites for clinical practicum or rotations should immunization be a requirement for placement. Therefore, failure to comply with this policy may result in a student’s inability to satisfy the graduation requirements in his or her program. Relative to clinical rotation site requirements, students are expected to consult their specific college/ program handbooks for compliance with any college/program-specific requirements.