A criminal background check and drug test (urine screen) are becoming standard requirements for employment, especially at health care facilities. Such requirements also apply to students who rotate through those health facilities as part of their educational experiences. Students can expect and should be prepared to complete them. Please go to the following site to read the Policy Statement for UK Health Professions Programs; http://www.uky.edu/Provost/APFA/Policy_Protocol/Criminal_Background_Check_Policy_Feb_08.pdf

A criminal background check is required for enrollment and participation in all undergraduate nursing clinical courses. The expense must be paid by the student. The cost of a certified background check is approximately $45-55. If a drug test is required, the cost may range from $40‐$75. The particular types of checks or tests required, as well as the associated costs, are subject to change and are beyond the control of the University or the College of Nursing.

Students who fail to successfully pass a criminal background check or drug test will be ineligible for enrollment in required clinical courses and therefore, will not be able to complete the requirements for graduation. The College of Nursing does not accept responsibility for any student being ineligible for coursework, continued enrollment in the college, or subsequent licensure as a nurse for any reason, including failure to pass a drug test or criminal background check.

Students who provide any false information regarding drug use or criminal offenses in any documents relating to their attendance at the UK College of Nursing are subject to immediate dismissal from the college. Failure to disclose correct information at any time also may be the basis for professional discipline and/or denial of licensure.

The UK College of Nursing uses Certified Background Check.com. To complete your Criminal Background Check, please go to http://www.certifiedbackground.com