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Criminal Record/Vulnerable Person and Child Abuse Registry Checks
Criminal Record/Position of Trust – This is a requirement each year of study – some programs like Correctional Services may require a check every 6 months.
To complete this requirement you will need to go to your local detachment of the RCMP or police department to request the check. Please bring a piece of government issued photo ID with you. This check should be completed no earlier than one month prior to the start of your program as it needs to be current at the time of review.
Continuing Care Students
You must complete your criminal record check and bring it to your campus one week before your program begins. A clear criminal record check is a requirement to enter the Continuing Care program. There will be no exceptions to this requirement.
Child Abuse Registry Check
Child Abuse Registry Check is required in a small number of Health & Human Services programs. These programs include Early Childhood Education, Child & Youth Care, and Educational Support.
To complete the Child Abuse Registry Check:
- Go to the website at www.gov.ns.ca/coms
- In the search box type: Request for Search Form A (PDF)
- After responding to the question on this form, print it off
- Mail your copy to the address indicated on the form – Be sure to include a copy of identification (Driver's License or Government picture ID)
- You will receive a letter from Community Services that you can share with your placement organizations. You will need to bring a copy of this with you as it will be collected by your faculty.
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