Preplacement Services

Where can I find out about my program specific Preplacement requirements?
Registered students can find their program specific requirements by logging into MyMohawk, accessing the Academics tab, and finding the Preplacement Services section.

Am I responsible for the costs associated with Preplacement?
Accepted applicants may need to complete specific requirements for their program prior to beginning clinical, practicum, or field placements and are responsible for any associated costs (Police check, CPR, etc.).

Do I need to have everything completed before I accept my offer to Mohawk?
Each program has different requirements. Please check the Preplacement Services on MyMohawk for details regarding deadlines.

What are NARs?
NARs are Non-Academic Requirements.

Can I participate in a practicum, clinical, or field placement with a criminal record?
Registered students who have been convicted of an offense under the Criminal Code for which they have not been pardoned may be denied the opportunity to enter clinical, practicum, or field placements. If a student’s Police Check is “not clear”, their acceptance and suitability for placement is at the discretion of the agency. Mohawk College cannot guarantee placement changes if refused by the agency.

I have a police check, can I use the one I have?
Yes, as long as the police check is the correct type being requested and it is valid during the entire length of the academic year and the duration of the placement.

Where do I get a police check done?
Students must contact the local police station where they reside. For more information, please see the “Preplacement Services Information” document located on MyMohawk under Preplacement Services.

Will I be guaranteed a placement, if I have an approved vaccination exemption?
As a result of any missing immunizations, placement locations may decline students. Missing immunizations may lead to the inability to complete the placement requirements and the ability to graduate from the program. 

Can I go to my doctor for the required immunizations and what paperwork is required?
Yes, students can go to their family doctor, a Walk-In clinic, or the Fennell Campus Wellness Centre (appointments required) for immunizations and TB skin tests. Collect all your immunization records.

If you grew up in Ontario, obtain your immunization records from your local public health department where you grew up. Print off Forms C and D from MyMohawk and bring to your appointment along with your immunization records for the doctor to review and complete. Completed Forms C and D should then be uploaded to NIRVsystem. For immunization questions please email preplacementnurse [at] mohawkcollege.ca (preplacementnurse[at]mohawkcollege[dot]ca)

If I have previously completed Preplacement requirements, can they be carried over to my current program?
Students should contact Preplacement Services to have their documents reviewed, as many requirements only have to be completed once during a student’s time at Mohawk College.

If I previously completed Occupational Health and Safety Requirements (AODA, WHMIS) outside of the College, are they valid for Preplacement purposes?
Previously completed Occupational Health and Safety requirements are not valid. Students have to complete Mohawk College’s Occupational Health and Safety training through MyCanvas.