Criminal background checks of all applicants/students are required and reviewed by the Health and Wellness Coordinator. This is in compliance with the Wisconsin Caregiver Law. Bellin College reserves the right to deny admission or terminate enrollment of any student because of his or her criminal history. Information surrounding criminal history is collected via Viewpoint, during the application process. Those who have been convicted or have charges pending (of specific crimes/offenses that would bar them from clinical experiences as a student or employment and/or licensure as a caregiver) will be denied admission and/or dismissed from the College.
An enrolled student is responsible for reporting any criminal charges to the Chief Academic Officer within two business days. The Chief Academic Officer will review the implication of the charges and/or conviction in relationship to the Wisconsin Caregiver Law, the student’s ability to participate in clinical experiences, the student’s continued enrollment at the College as well as licensure implications. The Chief Academic Officer will inform the appropriate Academic Dean and Program Director of any findings.
Nursing courses with a clinical component may not be taken by a student who: a) who has been denied licensure by the board; b) whose license is currently suspended, surrendered or revoked in any United States jurisdiction or c) whose license/registration is currently suspended, surrendered or revoked in another country due to disciplinary action. Students must notify the Chief Academic Officer if they are in violation of these requirements.
Student Services is responsible for managing and maintaining student records. Documentation is confidentially recorded and filed. Please note: An applicant/student should keep all documentation of any event leading to a positive background check for application to their licensure exam.