The School of Social Work adheres to the Campus Immunization policy and requires that each student seeking admission to the School must, prior to their initial registration, provide proof that: (1) S/he has received immunizations against tetanus/diphtheria, within the past 10 years; (2) S/he must provide evidence of immunization or immunity for each of the following diseases: a. measles
b. mumps
c. rubella, and
d. varicella (chickenpox)
Acceptable evidence is a written document signed by a licensed health care professional that specifies the dates of immunization, medical test results that demonstrate the student's immunity, or a document that specifies the date the student had the disease. (3) Tuberculosis
Each student must provide the results of tuberculosis screening that has been performed within 12 months of the date of the student's enrollment. Screening must show a negative PPD test or, if the PPD is positive, a negative chest X-ray report. (4) Hepatitis B immunization
Prior to initial enrollment, a student must provide proof that s/he has received at least two of the three required Hepatitis B immunizations. (5) Meningococcal Disease
Any student who resides in on-campus housing must receive vaccination for meningococcal disease or sign a waiver stating that s/he has received and reviewed information provided by the University about this disease and has chosen not to be vaccinated.
As a health professional school, we subscribe to the tenet that all MSW students must adhere to the Health Immunization Policy as described above. Although exceptions may be granted by the Director of Student Health on a case-by-base basis, these happen rarely and a declination must be signed by the student and presented to the Director of Student Health. MSW students will not be able to undertake certain field placements if they are not fully immunized. Note: If a student does not comply with this immunization requirement, a "hold" will be place on his/her registration. top . | 
