Pregnancy may render the expectant student susceptible to environmental conditions during their educational or clinical experiences at Bellin College.
The College does not assume responsibility or liability for complications that may occur as a result of the pregnancy.
It is at the discretion of the student to inform their Program Director and/or the Director of Student Affairs and DEI and complete applicable forms. If the student is enrolled in a program where additional risks, such as radiation exposure, exposure to certain illnesses, etc., may be incurred, they will be discussed prior to completion of the Declaration of Pregnancy Form.
The Program Director and Director of Student Affairs and DEI will work together to create options for the student. If granted a leave of absence, the student must provide evidence of ability to return to the College by a licensed healthcare provider. Documentation must indicate the return date and any restrictions, if applicable. All evidence of ability to return should be provided to the Director of Student Affairs and DEI.
Upon pregnancy declaration, options for Program completion include:
- Option 1 – Continue in the Program without modification of didactic and clinical rotation. At the completion of the pregnancy, the student would utilize a leave of absence as needed. The student would be responsible for any missed didactic and clinical objectives, along with all clinical competencies.
- Option 2 – If the pregnancy is confirmed prior to entering the Program, the student may opt to postpone their enrollment until the next academic year, depending on the capacity of the program. The student would be guaranteed a place in the following class.
- Option 3 – Take a medical leave of absence for approximately one year. They would re-enter the Program when the courses are being covered which the student missed. The student would be responsible for all didactic and clinical objectives, along with all clinical competencies.
- Option 4 – Continue in the program with an approved schedule created by the program director and academic advisor if allowable.
Students who are or become pregnant while enrolled are encouraged to declare and/or un-declare their pregnancy and abide by the regulation concerning radiation exposure to the fetus and student as found in the Nuclear Regulatory Guide, 8.13 (United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission).