
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GENERAL
Where is the health and wellness center?​
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The Health and Wellness Center is located in the Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 177. The office is open Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. - 5:00 and Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Our phone number is 413-755-4230 and our fax number is 413-755-6045.
Are there any medical services on campus if I am ill or injured?​
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The Health and Wellness Center is open for patient evaluations year round. A full-time physician assistant is on campus for appointments and walk-in service. Campus Police respond to all campus emergencies.
Do you distribute medication?​
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Some over-the-counter medications are available in a dispenser located in the lobby of the Health and Wellness Center.
Is literature and other information on various illnesses available in the Health & Wellness Center?​
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We have a variety of pamphlets and other resources on health and wellness as well as medical conditions and treatments.
Is there a space available for lactation or use of self administered medications?
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Springfield Technical Community College is committed to supporting student healthcare needs. A Self-Care Room is available to students and employees. It may be used for lactation, wound care, self-administration of medications, meditation and other reflective practices, and nearly any other lawful healthcare need. The Self-Care Room is located within the Health and Wellness Center, Building 19, Room 177. The room is available on a first-come/first-served basis. Room use is limited to 30-minute intervals, is subject to the Student Code of Conduct and all other applicable College policies.
What immunizations do I need if I am in a full time, NON-health related major?
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Proof of tetanus & pertussis (Tdap) in the last ten (10) years, 2 doses of measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine and 3 doses of Hepatitis B vaccine as well as evidence of Varicella (chickenpox) immunity. Additionally, students aged 16-21 are required to submit documentation of Menactra or Menveo vaccination after the age of 16. These vaccinations are required for all high schools and colleges in Massachusetts. Students may submit copies of immunization records from previous schools. If no childhood or school vaccination records are available students may have a blood test, called a titer, drawn to prove immunity to the above diseases. Students enrolled in an Early Childhood program or Behavioral Science program have additional requirements.
Where can I get these immunizations if I don't have the proof that I've already received them?​
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If a student needs to be re-immunized because of age or inability to locate his/her record, there are many locations and clinics to obtain vaccinations, some at a reduced rate.
Are student athletes required to submit proof of physical exam?
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All athletes must submit an Athletic Preparticipation Evaluation annually. A Sickle Cell Trait Waiver must be submitted prior to participation in a sport. If they do not have their own doctor and require a physical exam, this service is offered by appointment in the Health and Wellness Center.
What are the health insurance requirements, coverage, and benefits?
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State law requires all individuals to be insured. Students enrolled in nine (9) credits or more are automatically enrolled in a policy and the cost is added to the student's bill. A pamphlet is sent to students describing his/her benefits, and once the bill is paid the student receives an insurance wallet card. The amount of the insurance is listed on the University Health Plans website. Insurance coverage is from September 1st to August 31st. If a student is only enrolled in the spring semester then the coverage is from January 1st to August 31st.
If a student is already insured, the cost of the additional policy may be waived. Waiving the insurance is done online on the University Health Plans website.
Students should choose a primary care physician that accepts student insurance. The Health and Wellness Center does not currently accept insurance.
Students enrolled in Workforce Training programs that require health insurance verification and are in need of health insurance coverage should contact one of the following organizations for enrollment assistance:
Connecticut residents: access health CT can be reached by telephone at 1-855-805-4325 or online at the Access Health CT website
Massachusetts residents: Health Connector can be reached by telephone at 1-877-623-6765 or online at the Massachusetts Health Connector website
NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH STUDENTS
Where can I get these immunizations if I don't have the proof that I've already received them?​
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If a student needs to be re-immunized because of age or inability to locate his/her record, there are many locations and clinics to obtain vaccinations, some at a reduced rate.