Criminal Background Checks and Felony Conviction Disclosure Requirements
Bastyr University requires national background checks for all students enrolling in clinical training courses. Background checks must be completed prior to any student contact with patients at Bastyr University clinics, an affiliate clinic, or a practicum or preceptor site.
Students are also required to immediately notify the dean or department chair of their program and their clinical training program supervisors if charged with and/or convicted of a felony after the background check has been conducted. Students should also note that Bastyr University requires that all felonies be disclosed at time of application for admission. Failure to comply with these disclosure requirements may result in immediate dismissal from the University. See policy #10-C51 “Felony Conviction Disclosure and Background Checks” in the Academic Policy and Procedure Manual for more information.