If your program includes a practicum, work placement, or clinical placement, you may need to provide proof of your immunizations.
Getting your immunization records and any required vaccines can take several weeks. Some programs require forms to be submitted at least 60 days before your practicum starts.
Start this process as early as possible to make sure you meet your program requirements.
Select your program to view the immunization requirements and forms you need to complete.
1 Review required immunizations
These immunizations are required before attending practicum/clinical placement.
You must have:
Hepatitis B
- First dose completed
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
- First dose completed
Tuberculosis (TB) testing
- TB skin test completed within 1 year of your program start date
- If your TB test is positive:
- You must complete a chest X-ray within 6 months of your program start date
DTaP / Td vaccines
- First dose of DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis)
- One pertussis booster after age 18
- Td booster every 10 years
Varicella (Chickenpox)
- First dose completed
OR:
- If you were born in Canada before January 2001, a history of chickenpox is acceptable
OR
- A positive blood test confirming immunity. This must be completed if you:
- Are unsure whether you’ve had chickenpox or are immune
- Are an international student
Note: If your test result is negative, you must receive the first dose of varicella vaccine.
2Check optional but recommended immunizations
These are not required for graduation but may be required by employers or placement sites.
Recommended:
- Two doses of COVID-19 vaccine
- Second dose of MMR
- Completion of Td series
- Second dose of varicella vaccine
3Download the Practicum Immunization form
Download the Practicum Immunization form
Note: Start this process early; it could take several weeks. Some programs require forms completed at least 60 days before practicum.
4 Gather your immunization records
If you already received vaccines
You must get copies of your immunization records as proof.
Alberta students
If you’ve had any vaccinations in Alberta, contact 811, a public health center, or your doctor’s office to request your records.
Students from outside Alberta
Contact a doctor, clinic, or public health authority in each country or province where you’ve received vaccinations and request your vaccination records in English.
If you cannot get your records
You may need to repeat the required immunizations.
5 Book an appointment with a health professional
Even if your vaccines are up to date, you must book with a health professional to:
- Review your records
- Complete your Practicum Immunization Form
- Sign the form
You may not be able to participate in your practicum without completing this step.
Choosing a health provider
Public health centres and pharmacies may help you check your records and fill out your form, however not all of them provide this service, so it’s a good idea to check before booking an appointment.
If you live in Edmonton or nearby, here are some suggestions for private providers that can help:
- Atlas Immunization — 780.465.5150
- TwinBrook Pharmacy — 780.784.0462
- The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy #365 — 780.570.0203
- Mint Health + Drugs (Meridian) — 780.963.9792
- Central Point Pharmacy — 780.250.2616
Prices vary and students are responsible for all costs.
6 Prepare for your appointment
Bring these items to your appointment
- Copies of all immunization records
- Your immunization requirement list
- Your Practicum Immunization Form
7 Complete missing immunizations if needed
If you complete an immunization or booster for your practicum, make sure it’s documented in your Practicum Immunization Form.
If you don’t have and won’t be receiving a required immunization or booster visit the Missing Immunization page to see if there are other steps you should take.
Placement sites may deny practicum access if requirements are incomplete
1 Review required immunizations
These immunizations are required before attending practicum/clinical placement.
You must have:
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
- First dose completed
Tuberculosis (TB) testing
- TB skin test completed within 1 year of your program start date
- If your TB test is positive:
- You must complete a chest X-ray within 6 months of your program start date
DTaP / Td Vaccines
- First dose of DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis)
- One pertussis booster after age 18
- Td booster every 10 years
Varicella (Chickenpox)
- First dose completed
OR:
- If you were born in Canada before January 2001, a history of chickenpox is acceptable
OR
- A positive blood test confirming immunity. This must be completed if you:
- Are unsure whether you’ve had chickenpox or are immune
- Are an international student
Note: If your test result is negative, you must receive the first dose of varicella vaccine
2Check optional but recommended immunizations
These are not required for graduation but may be required by employers or placement sites.
Recommended:
- Two doses of COVID-19 vaccine
- Second dose of MMR
- Completion of Td series
- Second dose of varicella vaccine
3Download the Practicum Immunization form
Download the Practicum Immunization Form
Note: Start this process early; it could take several weeks. Some programs require forms completed at least 60 days before practicum.
4 Gather your immunization records
If you already received vaccines
You must get copies of your immunization records as proof.
Alberta students
If you’ve had any vaccinations in Alberta, contact 811, a public health center, or your doctor’s office to request your records.
Students from outside Alberta
Contact a doctor, clinic, or public health authority in each country or province where you’ve received vaccinations and request your vaccination records in English.
If you cannot get your records
You may need to repeat the required immunizations.
5 Book an appointment with a health professional
Even if your vaccines are up to date, you must book with a health professional to:
- Review your records
- Complete your Practicum Immunization Form
- Sign the form
You may not be able to participate in your practicum without completing this step.
Choosing a health provider
Public health centres and pharmacies may help you check your records and fill out your form, however not all of them provide this service, so it’s a good idea to check before booking an appointment.
If you live in Edmonton or nearby, here are some suggestions for private providers that can help:
- Atlas Immunization — 780.465.5150
- TwinBrook Pharmacy — 780.784.0462
- The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy #365 — 780.570.0203
- Mint Health + Drugs (Meridian) — 780.963.9792
- Central Point Pharmacy — 780.250.2616
Prices vary and students are responsible for all costs.
6 Prepare for your appointment
Bring these items to your appointment
- Copies of all immunization records
- Your immunization requirement list
- Your Practicum Immunization Form
7 Complete missing immunizations if needed
If you complete an immunization or booster for your practicum, make sure it’s documented in your Practicum Immunization Form.
If you don’t have and won’t be receiving a required immunization or booster visit the Missing Immunization page to see if there are other steps you should take.
Placement sites may deny practicum access if requirements are incomplete
1 Review required immunizations
These are not required for graduation but may be required by employers or placement sites.
Recommended:
- Two doses of COVID-19 vaccine
- Tetanus
- Rabies
- Diphtheria
2 Gather your immunization records
If you already received vaccines
You must get copies of your immunization records as proof.
Alberta students
If you’ve had any vaccinations in Alberta, contact 811, a public health center, or your doctor’s office to request your records.
Students from outside Alberta
Contact a doctor, clinic, or public health authority in each country or province where you’ve received vaccinations and request your vaccination records in English.
If you cannot get your records
You may need to repeat the required immunizations.
3Download the Practicum Immunization form (optional)
Download the Practicum Immunization form. The first page of the form provides important information on completing the form.
Note: Completing this form is optional for programs without mandatory immunizations.
4 Complete missing immunizations if needed
If you choose to complete an immunization or booster, make sure to get a copy of your updated immunization records.
If you don’t have and will not be receiving a required immunization or booster, visit the Missing Immunization page to see if there are next steps you should take.
Placement sites may deny practicum access if requirements are incomplete.
1 Review required immunizations
These are not required for graduation but may be required by employers or placement sites.
Recommended:
- Two doses of COVID-19 vaccine
- Tetanus
2 Gather your immunization records
If you already received vaccines
You must get copies of your immunization records as proof.
Alberta students
If you’ve had any vaccinations in Alberta, contact 811, a public health center, or your doctor’s office to request your records.
Students from outside Alberta
Contact a doctor, clinic, or public health authority in each country or province where you’ve received vaccinations and request your vaccination records in English.
If you cannot get your records
You may need to repeat the required immunizations.
3Download the Practicum Immunization form (optional)
Download the Practicum Immunization form. The first page of the form provides important information on completing the form.
Note: Completing this form is optional for programs without mandatory immunizations.
4 Complete missing immunizations if needed
If you choose to complete an immunization or booster, make sure to get a copy of your updated immunization records.
If you don’t have and will not be receiving a required immunization or booster, visit the Missing Immunization page to see if there are next steps you should take.
Placement sites may deny practicum access if requirements are incomplete.
Completed your immunization requirements? Send us your immunization form and records
Note:Due to the low risk of exposure to polio in Alberta, immunizations are not required. Immunization requirements may be reviewed by employers after graduation.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please reach out to immunizations@norquest.ca
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