Issuing Office

Registrar's Office

Affected Parties

Students

Policy Language

Students who are pursuing degrees leading to application for professional licensure or certification, and/or who will be participating in clinical placements, internships, or practica through their Liberty University program should be aware that their host facility may require a criminal background check, finger printing, or drug screening. In such situations, each student is responsible for obtaining and paying for the background check or other screening process and for delivering required documentation to the facility. Although the university will make reasonable efforts to place admitted students in field experiences and internship, it will be up to the host facility to determine whether a student will be allowed to work at that facility.

Students should further be aware that a criminal record may jeopardize licensure by the State certification body. Students seeking licensure are urged to contact the relevant licensing agency to determine the licensing requirements for the jurisdiction. Successful completion of a program of study at Liberty University does not guarantee licensure, certification, or employment in the relevant occupation.

Policy Rationale

To establish the potential necessity of a criminal background check for degrees leading to professional licensure or certification.

Definition of Glossary Terms

None specified

Procedures

None specified

Sanctions

None specified

Exceptions

None

Initial Approval Date

7/2/2014

Date of Last Review

8/22/2021

Date for Review

8/22/2026