Immunization requirements

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Bring these items to your appointment

1. Copies of all immunization records
2. Your immunization requirement list
3. Your Practicum Immunization Form

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Bring these items to your appointment

1. Copies of all immunization records
2. Your immunization requirement list
3. Your Practicum Immunization Form

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

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

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.

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.

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.

These are not required for graduation but may be required by employers or placement sites.

Recommended:

• Two doses of COVID-19 vaccine
• Tetanus

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.

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.

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.