EMT Health Clearance Information
RFTC EMT Health Clearance Requirements
- MMR immunity
- Show proof of complete or in-progress MMR vaccination series or proof of immunity through positive antibody titers.
- TB screening must be completed before receiving any live-virus vaccinations such as MMR and Varicella.
- Tdap vaccination
- Documentation of a Tdap vaccine within the past 10 years.
- TB clearance(choose one)
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- Laboratory: TB Clearance laboratory screenings such as the QuantiFERON TB Gold, T-Spot or Interferon
screenings are accepted.
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- Must be within past 12 months
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- Laboratory: TB Clearance laboratory screenings such as the QuantiFERON TB Gold, T-Spot or Interferon
screenings are accepted.
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- Two-step TST: The first TST is placed and then a reading is obtained within 48-72 hours. If negative,
a second TST is placed a week after the first TST was READ. The student is instructed
to return within 48 to 72 hours to read the second TST.
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- TST#1 must be within past 12 months
- TST#2 must be within past 6 months
- All TB screenings MUST be completed before receiving any live-virus vaccinations such as MMR Vaccine, Varicella Vaccine, or Flu Mist-Nasal Spray.
- Make sure that all required TSTs are obtained prior to receiving any live-virus vaccinations to avoid delays in the clearance process (see the CDC guidelines for more information).
- Complete the Two-step TST form available in the Health Services office and upload to the Health Services Portal or bring to the Health Services office.
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- Two-step TST: The first TST is placed and then a reading is obtained within 48-72 hours. If negative,
a second TST is placed a week after the first TST was READ. The student is instructed
to return within 48 to 72 hours to read the second TST.
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- Chest X-Ray: If you have a history of positive TST or laboratory screening you will need to obtain
a chest x-ray for your TB clearance.
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- Must be within past 5 years
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- Chest X-Ray: If you have a history of positive TST or laboratory screening you will need to obtain
a chest x-ray for your TB clearance.
- Hepatitis B immunity
- Show proof of complete or in-progress Hepatitis B vaccination series or proof of immunity through positive antibody titers/or a signed declination of Hepatitis B vaccination form.
- Flu vaccination(due by 9th week for fall semester, due at time of clearance for spring semester)
- Documentation of a current flu vaccination is recommended during the flu season
RFTC EMT FAQ's
- What is a Health Clearance?
It is a list of requirements set up by a specific academic program. Many of these requirements are in place to protect patients and staff from communicable diseases in health care settings.
- Do I have to use the MJC Health Services office to obtain the items needed for my clearance?
The final Health Clearance document can only be obtained through the Health Services office. You may choose to go to your own health care provider to obtain any immunizations, screenings or TB clearances needed.
- Do I make an appointment for my Health Clearance?
Yes, please contact the Health Services office to schedule an appointment for your health clearance. Upload your documents to the Health Services Portal in preparation for your review with the Health Services nurse.
- How long will it take to receive my final clearance?
It can take anywhere from 1-3 weeks to obtain all your items and receive your final clearance. We recommend starting your clearance process and uploading your documents as soon as possible.
- What is the cost of immunizations, screenings or lab work?
Please refer to the current fee schedule located on our Available Services page.
If you do not have your immunization record you may be able to retrieve a copy using the link below.
Digital Vaccine Record by California Department of Public Health
- Can I get all my immunizations, screenings or lab work at once?
It depends on which immunizations and screenings you need. The nurse will review your immunization record to determine what you need and guide you through the clearance process.
- Where can I have the lab work (titers) completed?
After obtaining a lab request from the Health Services office or your primary care provider, the lab work may be completed at any Quest Lab or lab indicated by your provider. Should your titers indicate that you lack immunity to a particular disease, you will be required to obtain a booster vaccine or the entire series of immunizations for that particular disease (depending on your specific immunization history).