Programs with Special Requirements

  • Criminal background checks are required for students entering the following health programs that have a clinical study requirement:

    • Dental Assisting Technology & Management - ATD
    • Massage Therapy
    • Medical Assisting
    • Medical Coder/Biller
    • Medical Clinical Laboratory Technician - ATD
    • Practical Nursing
    • Surgical Technology

    Students entering one of the following programs are required to have a standard, approved* high school diploma or GED prior to entering the program:

    *Lists of approved accrediting associations are available in Erwin's Student Services Office.

    • Dental Assisting Technology & Management - ATD
    • Medical Assisting
    • Medical Coder/Biller
    • Medical Clinical Laboratory Technician - ATD
    • Practical Nursing
    • Surgical Technology

    Additionally, the following programs require a physical exam and immunization record:

    • Dental Assisting Technology & Management - ATD
    • Massage Therapy
    • Medical Assisting
    • Medical Clinical Laboratory Technician - ATD
    • Practical Nursing
    • Surgical Technology