Immunizations for Placements

Review Your Immunizations

We strongly encourage you to review your immunizations with your family doctor, using our immunization information sheet, to ensure your health is protected while you pursue your studies at Algonquin College.

All required vaccinations and TB tests are available at the Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke campuses.

The process for immunizations can take 2-4 weeks or even longer in some cases, so plan ahead and start early!

Covid-19 Vaccine

COVID-19 Vaccine and implications for the completion of your immunization clearance requirements:

Completing Your Forms

The Registered Nurses at the Ottawa, Perth, and Pembroke Campuses can help you with your forms, free of charge. Please bring your forms, copies of immunization records, and your health card to Health Services.

Completing your forms does not require the services of a physician. If your doctor fills them out for you, you may be charged a fee. If your form is completed by your physician, please ensure that he/she signs the document.

Submitting Your Forms

Copies of your immunization records and any required blood test results (if done at your doctor’s office) must be submitted with your forms. Records of childhood vaccinations can be obtained from your Public Health Unit.

Forms should be submitted to the Algonquin College campus you are attending (Ottawa, Pembroke, or Perth). It is recommended that you contact your academic program office to verify that your forms have been received and are complete. For the address of your Algonquin College campus, contact us.

Entry Immunization Forms

An Entry Immunization Form is required for some programs. Up-to-date immunizations and screening for immunity to certain diseases will protect you against communicable diseases. The process can take 2-4 weeks, so plan ahead and start early!

New Students

It all starts with a phone call to Health Services to get you started. Please call the campus where you are attending your program of study:

Information About Immunizations

  • TB testing is provided free of charge
  • Hepatitis B vaccines are available at a reduced rate for Algonquin College students
  • Free influenza vaccinations are offered during flu season
  • Covid-19 vaccine is not yet available at our clinic
  • If you require blood work, we can provide you with the necessary requisition form to bring to a lab. Blood work can also be done at the Ottawa campus.
  • Some programs have specific deadlines for form completion. If you have any questions regarding requirements or deadlines, please contact your Program Coordinator.

Returning Students

Updated TB testing and proof of completion of your Hepatitis B vaccines are required yearly

If you’ve had a positive TB test, please contact Health Services to connect with a Registered Nurse to review and update your records.

Immunization FAQs

I was asked to complete my immunizations for my program placement, can I do all of the required immunizations at Health Services?

All required vaccinations and TB tests are available at the Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke campuses, and blood work can be done at the Ottawa campus as well.

How long does it take to complete all of my immunizations?

Immunizations required for medical clearance for program placements or program admissions often take several appointments, depending on your medical/vaccination history. A timeline of 2-4 weeks might be required. Plan ahead and start early!

I have never been to the clinic before, what is the first step?

The first step is completing registration with Health Services. Information on how to register with Health Services can be found on our appointments page.

I have been asked to submit a medical form for immunizations for my clinical placement, where can I find the form and how do I complete it?

If you need to submit medical forms for your program, you can download them from your course web page. Plan ahead and start early! Forms must be submitted prior to field placements.

Note: Completing your forms does not require the services of a physician. If your doctor fills them out for you, you may be charged a fee. If your form is completed by your physician, please ensure that he/she signs the document. The Registered Nurses at the Ottawa, Perth, and Pembroke Campuses can help you with your forms, free of charge. Call your campus clinic to book an appointment, bring copies of immunization records and your health card to Health Services.

Are the required immunizations for my program placement covered through insurance?

TB testing is provided free of charge. Hepatitis B vaccines are available at a reduced rate for Algonquin College students. Free influenza vaccinations are offered during the flu season. For all other immunizations, please check with our team. Health Services is available by phone to answer any questions that students may have: 613-727-4723 ext.7222.

If you still have questions about immunizations at Health Services, please contact your campus clinic.