Student Volunteer Requirements

Medical Requirements

Volunteering at Children's Medical Center requires thorough medical screening for the safety of everyone. These requirements include but are not limited to:

  • Proof of Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) or a positive blood antibody titer*

  • Varicella vaccinations (2 doses) or proof of a positive blood antibody titer*

  • Tetanus immunization (must be within the last 10 years)

  • During flu season, proof of seasonal Influenza vaccination

  • If accepted into the program, provide proof of either two negative TB skin tests within the past 12 months or one Quantiferon Gold Blood Test. If the student has tested positive for TB the positive test along with a recent chest x-ray with documentation that the disease is not present is required.

  • Costs associated with medical requirements are the responsibility of the volunteer.

*The antibody titer is a blood test that measures your immune system's ability to protect against a disease or infection.

Eligibility Requirements

All applicants and their parents or guardians interested in this program are asked to consider the following prior to attending the Student Volunteer Information Session:

  • Will you be 16 years of age by May 31, 2012?

  • Do you plan to participate in summer camp, summer school, mission trips, vacations, have work commitments or involved in sports that will not allow you to commit to a five-week volunteer session?

  • Does your summer schedule allow you to volunteer for a regularly scheduled eight-hour shift for five consecutive weeks from 9 AM to 5 PM?

  • Do you have consistent transportation?

Other Requirements

To participate in the Summer Student Program, volunteers must also meet the following criteria:

  • Register and attend one of three Information Sessions scheduled January 28, 2012.

  • Be a minimum of 16 years of age by May 31, 2012.

  • If 18 years of age or older, consent to a criminal background check completed by Children's Medical Center.

  • Purchase a volunteer uniform ranging from $20-$30

  • Adhere to the volunteer code of ethics

  • Successfully complete the necessary paperwork, meet health requirements and attend General Orientation.