NSCC Health Professions COVID Vaccine and Bivalent Booster Policy
This policy applies to all NSCC health profession students enrolled in clinical programs
In 2022, field placement, clinical and practicum site agencies began requiring COVID bivalent boosters consistent with CDC recommendations for healthcare settings. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health also began requiring COVID vaccine boosters for long-term care facilities.
Accordingly, COVID vaccines and bivalent boosters are required for all health profession students enrolled in clinical programs.
Written proof of documentation status must be submitted by established deadlines for students to participate in clinical. These requirements are in addition to other state immunization requirements for healthcare program students.