Mandatory Drug Screening and Background Check

Mandatory Drug screening and background checks are required during the second semester of the program and will be scheduled by the Division of Health faculty. Students must pass the mandatory drug screening to remain in the program. Students exhibiting signs of impaired clinical judgment related to suspected use of chemical substances, legal or otherwise, will be removed from the classroom, laboratory, or clinical setting immediately. Appeals can be made according to the process outlined in the MDST Student Handbook.

Students will be expected to meet health history, immunization, and background check requirements.

A list of technical standards required for entry into the program can be obtained by contacting the Program Director.

A grade of “C” or better in each required course must be achieved in order to graduate from the program.

Current Competency Requirements

Due to the rapidly evolving nature of healthcare practices, technology, and standards of care, coursework within the Medical Assisting program must remain current. Any Certified Medical Assisting (CMA) program course completed more than two (2) years prior to a student’s anticipated program completion date will be considered outdated and must be retaken in order to meet graduation requirements. In lieu of retaking the course(s), the student can show competency/skills in the course(s) by coordinating with the Program Director.

Students who have been inactive in the program or who require more than two years to complete the curriculum may be required to repeat previously completed courses to ensure competency in current clinical practices, procedures, and professional standards.

Students are encouraged to meet regularly with an academic advisor to ensure timely progression through the program and to avoid the need to repeat coursework.

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