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Sexual assault is a criminal violation subject to prosecution by the State Attorney's Office. All sexual assault allegations reported to the USF police are referred to the State Attorney's Office, which then makes decides whether or not to prosecute.
Background screening of students and employees
Employee screening
USF, MCOM and the PA program are committed to ensuring a safe professional work environment for all employees and students. As part of the hiring process in an effort of creating a safe work and study environment, as well as for protection of the safety, security and health of its students, employees and others, USF employees (staff, administrators, faculty, etc.) must submit to a background screening. See USF Policy.
Student screening
As part of the CASPA application, applicants must acknowledge and provide details related to any former charges and/or convictions of a felony or misdemeanor. For any felony convictions that occur between the time of submission of the CASPA application and matriculation into the PA program, specific details, including date of charge(s), type of offense, and disposition of the case, must be reported to the Program Director’s office immediately. After matriculation, should a student be convicted of any felonies at any time during his/her enrollment in the program, s/he must report the details immediately to the Director’s office. Failure to comply will be grounds for dismissal.
During the course of the clinical year, students will be required to undergo one or more national criminal background checks, which will include finger printing. In addition, certain clinical sites that are regularly used by the program may require additional drug screening in order for students to have practice opportunities at those institutions.
A negative criminal background record or a failure to pass drug screening may impede clinical training or status in the program. By accepting admission to the program, students agree to national criminal background checks and drug screening, and also agree to pay expenses associated with such screenings.
Employment while enrolled in program
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