114 Programs of Study

114.1 Protection for Persons in Care

Students should be aware that under the Protection for Persons in Care Act all students going to any clinical placement or rotation in Alberta are required to complete a Police Information Check (also known as a Criminal Record Check, Security Clearance Check, or Police Clearance), which must include a Vulnerable Sector Check. The clinical practice site will determine the criteria for acceptance/denial of a placement. Students are responsible for having a criminal record check completed upon receiving conditional admission to the Faculty.

Students who have concerns related to their ability to provide a clear Police Information Check should consult with the Faculty. The ultimate responsibility for ensuring that students meet the requirements of clinical agencies lies with the students. Other background checks may be required by a clinical agency, such as a child intervention record check. Students will be advised if any additional background checks are required by a clinical agency. See §23.8.3 for more information on the general requirements concerning Police Information Checks and the fees associated with them.

Should a student subsequently be charged or convicted while enrolled in the program, the student must advise the Faculty. Students should be aware that having an unclear Police Information Check can prevent them from securing a clinical placement and hence, preclude them from graduating from the program and/or becoming licensed to practice.