Mandatory Clinical Placement Requirements

To be eligible for placement as a Medical Device Reprocessing student, you must submit proof of PRC and complete immunizations through ParaMed and pay any associated costs. ParaMed services are the third-party provider who collects all field placement documentation for the School of Wellness, Public Safety and Community Studies.

1. Clinical Placement Eligibility:

Clinical placements occur in first and second year of the program.

Hospital and Clinic Placements require Health and Safety, WHMIS and OWHSA training prior to placements. There are additional costs associated with training that should be anticipated by students which are not covered by tuition fees.

FAQ for Algonquin College Students

Placement Pass by ParaMed – Student User Guide

Clinical/Field Pre-Placement Health Form

As the COVID vaccination rollout continues, in case you also require any other vaccinations or TB testing, please be advised of the guidelines below:

  • As recommended by the National Advisory Commission on Immunization (NACI) COVID-19 vaccines should not be given at the same time as other vaccines. There should be a period of 14 days after administration of other vaccine before receiving the COVID-19 vaccination. Once a dose of COVID-19 vaccine is administered there needs to be a waiting period of 28 days prior to receiving other vaccines.
  • TB testing can be completed any time prior to administration of COVID-19 vaccine or 28 days post COVID-19 vaccine dose.

2. Police Records Check Documentation:

Though not an admission requirement, applicants must note important information listed below regarding Police Record Check program requirements.

Students must provide the College with a current Police Records Check(PRC) prior to the deadline identified by the department and students are responsible for any associated costs. If this documentation is not submitted on time, students may not be placed and registration in the program will be jeopardized. If you register in the program without a clear PRC and as a result are unable to participate in placement, you will not be able to graduate and will be asked to withdraw.