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While immunizations are not required to enroll at CWI or join the Medical Assistant program, some of our partner healthcare organizations may require them for clinical rotations or externships, which are necessary to complete the program. Efforts will be made to secure a placement for each student; however, a site that does not require immunizations cannot be guaranteed, which may delay or prevent completion of the program and may limit employment opportunities after graduation. CWI maintains an exemption process for medical conditions, disabilities, or religious beliefs, which are currently accepted by a number of partner organizations for the purposes of student placement.

• Proof of immunizations must be from a licensed physician, health department, or military service.
• Completion of immunizations will be tracked in Complio. See Compliance Tracking for details.
• Start your immunizations as soon as possible to ensure you have enough time to complete and submit them by the first day of class.

IMMUNIZATIONS

• Tuberculosis, negative
• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
• Varicella (Chicken Pox)
• Tetanus (within the last 10 years)
• Hepatitis B (all three)
• Influenza (given between Sept. 1 and Nov. 1)

OPTIONAL 

• COVID-19

Students are required to pass a background and 10-panel drug screening prior to starting the program.

• Completion of the background and drug screenings will be initiated and tracked in Complio. See Compliance Tracking for details.
• Background check times vary — start early to make sure your results are in by the first day of class.

Note: A criminal record may limit employment opportunities after graduation. While students with certain offenses may still complete the program, job placement is not guaranteed and will depend on the results of the background check.

Medical Assistant students provide documentation regarding the completion of their immunizations, background check, and drug screening through the American DataBank's online database, Complio*. This database allows students access, update, download, or print their Clinical Passport.

• A link to Complio will be sent to students via their CWI email address upon registering for Medical Assistant classes.
• Once your account is created, you will order the New Student Bundle which includes: 
  • Immunization Tracking Package 
    • Review immunization requirements in Complio to ensure you are compliant and have proper documentation. 
  • Background Screening Package 
    • Instructions will be sent via email.
    • Results will be uploaded for you upon completion. 
  • 10-Panel Drug Screening 
    • Instructions and registration information will be sent via email. 
    • You will have 120 days to complete your drug screening. 
    • Results will be uploaded to your account within 72 hours. 
• Documentation submitted through Complio will be reviewed within 1 – 3 business days, and you will be notified if any further action is needed. 
• Complio will automatically notify you when immunization or compliance records are expiring. 
• Students are encouraged to opt-in to receiving text notifications from Complio. 
• Documents must be uploaded by the first day of class.

*Costs associated with Complio are covered by the program through Special Course Fees. Any costs for retesting will be the responsibility of the student. 

All students must provide a current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider CPR and First Aid certification.

• Only AHA BLS Provider CPR and First Aid cards will be accepted. Other certifications or online courses will not be accepted.
• Certification must be current through participation in the program.

The Medical Assistant program offers a CPR class one week prior to the start of the semester. Registered students will receive an email with details.

Students in the Medical Assistant program must follow the clinical dress code, which is based on principles of medical asepsis and standards appropriate to a hospital environment.

Uniform Requirements

Medical Assistant student uniforms consist of a top, pants, and optional jacket. Uniforms may be purchased online or from , in Boise.

• Top: Teal blue scrub top with white embroidery (CWI logo and program name).

  • Must extend below the waist.

  • Students may select the scrub top style that best suits them, provided it is Cherokee brand.

  • Women may wear a plain white or matching teal blue top under their uniform top. 

  • Men may wear a white, crew neck t-shirt under their uniform top. 

• ​â¶Ä‹Pants: Black scrub pants (cargo, flare, drawstring, or elastic waist). Jeans, hip-huggers, low-rise styles, and stirrup pants are not allowed.

• Jacket (optional): A matching teal blue scrub jacket with the CWI logo may be worn for additional warmth. 

Cost

• Uniform costs vary by vendor and are subject to change without notice. 

•  offers students a 15% discount on scrubs and medical equipment purchases. 

Embroidery

• Clothing items must be submitted to for required embroidery by:

  • Jan. 1 – spring start

  • Aug. 1 –  fall start

  • Embroidery costs:

    • $7.95 per logo if uniforms are purchased through . 

    • $13.95 per logo if you bring in your own uniforms.

Dress Standards

• Appearance: Uniforms must be clean, neat, modest in style, and thick enough to prevent visibility of undergarments. Knits and skin-tight clothing are not allowed.

• Quantity: Two (2) uniform sets are required; three (3) sets are highly recommended.

• Shoes: Must be closed-toe with a full back or heel strap (tie, Velcro, or slip-on). Open-back styles and clogs are not permitted.

• Socks/Hose: Must be clean without holes or runs. Acceptable colors are plain white or skin tone.

• Student ID Badge: Must be worn on the right side of the uniform. A student ID can be obtained from One Stop Student Services.

• Hair: Must be secured to prevent contamination. Bright/unusual colors must be covered with a surgical cap.
• Fingernails: Must be clean, well-manicured, and of reasonable length. Nail polish is allowed. Artificial nails are not permitted.
• Jewelry: One pair of small stud earrings is allowed. Dangle earrings are not permitted. A wedding band without a raised setting and a watch may be worn.
• Tattoos: Must be fully covered and not visible to patients or staff.
• Makeup: False eyelashes are not permitted.
• Cultural/Religious Dress: Contact the Program Chair for cultural or religious dress considerations. 
• Compliance: Students not adhering to the dress code will be sent home to change and will lose clinical hours. Repeated violations may result in failure of the clinical course.

Clinical Supplies

• A watch with a second hand or digital seconds display
• A black ink pen

Proof of health insurance must be presented the first day of class and maintained throughout the program.

• Medical assistants need to be able to move quickly from room to room and be able to stand or sit in a small area when necessary.
• Clinical assistants need to be able to work with both hands at the same time during many procedures and have good hand-eye coordination.

Applicants accepted into the Medical Assistant program are invited to participate in an onboarding session prior to the start of the semester. The session is typically held in-person, the week before classes start. Details will be communicated via email. 

• Learn what to expect in the program.
• Tour the lab space.
• Meet the instructors.