Due to the radiation hazard to the unborn baby during the first trimester of pregnancy, pregnancies should be reported immediately to the Program Director in writing. Please note, however, that student disclosure of pregnancy is optional and should be done only on a voluntary basis. Students who do not report their pregnancy in writing will be considered and treated as non-pregnant, regardless of physical appearance. In addition, it is recommended that the student discuss this situation with her physician and seek his/her written advice.

A pregnant student will choose one of the options outlined in this policy.

I. OPTION A: The student may continue in the radiography program without any restrictions. No substitute rotations will be provided. A fetal radiation monitor will be ordered immediately for the student to use throughout the duration of her pregnancy.

II. OPTION B: The student may request a leave of absence from the radiography program (not to exceed one year ) and either withdraw from or attempt to complete the college courses in which she is currently enrolled.

III. OPTION C: The student may request to withdraw from the radiography program for an indefinite period of time and either withdraw from or continue with courses at La Roche College. If she wishes to be reinstated into the radiography program at a later date, the student must contact the college and re-apply for admission to the program. Previous clinical and radiography work will be re-evaluated and the student will be placed in the program accordingly.

In any withdraw or leave of absence situation, re-admission to the radiography program is subject to program vacancy.

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