Tuberculosis Testing
TB tests may be required for students entering the following programs:
- Nursing
- hospitality management
- physical therapy
- language pathology
- student teaching
- athletic training
Students may also have to have a TB test for other employment opportunities in a health or a child care facility.
TB testing is available for a $15.00 fee, and can be administered Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. The TB test can be read Monday through Friday. It must be read 48 – 72 hours after administration and by a nursing professional from Health Services only.
An Interferon blood test is also available for TB testing and clearance. There is a cost for the test. It is available Monday -Friday, 8:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
