The instructor for your Child and Family Class[CHFM 3733L; CHFM 1530; CHFM 3790] has notified you that you must have a physical exam and proof of immunizations.
You have a medical form to be completed for employment in a child care center or group home that requires a physical exam and proof of immunization.
Where do I start?
Your instructor will provide you with a medical form that must be completed by a health care professional. You must make an appointment for a physical, locate your childhood immunization records, and determine what additional immunizations you might need. You will need to bring your vaccination record and medical form with you to your exam. If you require additional immunizations, you must receive these vaccines and tests before your medical form can be completed and returned to you. There are fees for immunizations and appointments are required to receive vaccinations. The following information is intended to answer your questions and make this process stress-free.
A physical exam is required.
You are strongly encouraged to see your family physician. You may choose to have your physical exam completed at the YSU Student Health Clinic. Physicals are free to current YSU students, and must be scheduled in advance by calling 330.941.3489. The Student Health Clinic is located on the first floor of Kilcawley Residence Hall. The Clinic’s entrance is off of University Plaza, located across from the Sweeney Welcome Center.
Stress Saving Tip: Students who wait until the start of fall classes to schedule their physical exam at the Student Health Clinic can expect a possible 2—4 week wait. Be aware this may cause you stress in meeting your instructor’s set deadline. Best advice—schedule a summer physical appointment. Summer physicals are offered only one day week through mid-August. It is recommended that you call early to schedule your summer physical date.
Several immunizations and a TB test are required.
For your medical form to be fully completed, your program requires that you provide documentation that you have received the immunizations listed in the green box below. If you need to be immunized, your vaccinations may be scheduled in advance of your physical exam, given during your exam, or administered at a follow-up appointment. Your medical form will not be completed and released until ALL immunizations listed in the green box are documented. Immunizations may be given by your family physician, the Student Health Clinic, the Health Department, or a local healthcare provider. Prices may vary, as well as the vaccines available at each location.
IMMUNIZATIONS REQUIRED FOR YOUR PROGRAM:
TB Test [PPD/Mantoux]
Two MMR Vaccines [Waived if student born before 1957]
Tdap [Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis] [One time dose, given between age 11—64.]
Where do I find my past vaccination records?
Your family physician and your high school should have records of your immunization dates. You must obtain a copy of these dates to bring with you to your physical exam. If your physical exam will be completed at the Student Health Clinic, your family physician or high school can fax your vaccination record to the Clinic at 330.941.3186. Your parent may also have a record of your childhood vaccinations from your pediatrician’s office.
How do I schedule and pay for a TB Test and immunizations at the Student Health Clinic?
Call the Clinic at 330.941.3489 to schedule an appointment for your vaccinations. The Student Health Clinic offers several vaccines; however it does not offer the MMR. [See ‘Shop Around’ below.]
Immunizations offered and the fees are listed on the Student Health Clinic’s homepage.
You must pay in ADVANCE for your immunization shot or TB test before coming to your appointment. Payment is not accepted at the Clinic. Visit the YSU Info and PC Lab, located on the upper level of Kilcawley Center, to pay your immunization fee[s]. Please pay by cash or check. Credit cards are not accepted. Pete’s Points may also be used to pay your immunization fees. You will be given a payment receipt.
Important: Bring your immunization payment receipt with you to your appointment. You must have the receipt to receive your shot!
The TB test [PPD/Mantoux], which is needed to prove that you are free from communicable tuberculosis, can be scheduled at the Student Health Clinic for any day except Thursday. You must return to the Clinic two or three days later for the nurse to check your TB test. Save time—schedule your TB test two or three days prior to your physical so that your arm can be checked during your exam.
Shop Around
Immunizations prices may vary, as well as the vaccines offered by healthcare providers.
Check immunizations offered by your family physician and if fees are covered by your family healthcare plan. [If you purchased the YSU Student Health Insurance plan—immunizations are not covered.]
The MMR vaccine is not offered at the Student Health Clinic. The MMR vaccine is given at the Mahoning County Health Department, located at 50 Westchester Drive, Youngstown. For more information and directions call 330.270.2855, extension 125. The MMR vaccine is $75.*
The Youngstown City Health District is located at 345 Oak Hill Avenue in Youngstown. Call 330.743.3333 extension 263 for more information or visit their website at http://YCHD.com. Note: The Youngstown City Health Department offers the Tdap [Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis] at a considerable savings—only $10.*
