New Student Requirements
SPRING 2027 Incoming Nursing Students
Congratulations on your admission into a Professional Nursing program. In the near future, you will face many nursing challenges. Until then, you face the following to-do list. It is subject to change, and you should check back periodically to ensure you have the latest instructions.
TBON-Texas Board Background Check Requirement
This background check should already be completed and you should have received your clearance, blue card or letter of eligibility, from the Texas Board of Nursing.
You should have already uploaded a copy of your TBON blue card (front and back) OR clearance eligibility letter to the TBON Clearance Submission Form as part of your application. If you have not completed this step, please do so immediately.
Clinical Compliance Requirements
Complio will be used to track and verify the following clinical compliance requirements:
- Immunizations
- MMR
- Varicella
- Hepatitis B
- Tdap
- TB Blood Test
- Flu (Influenza)
- COVID
- Health Data Form
- Health Sciences Criminal Background Check
- Drug Screening
Compliance Office Introduction and Contact
After receiving your admission letter, watch your ACC student email for a welcome message from the Health Sciences Clinical Operations & Compliance Office. Our office will guide you through the Complio process, send instructions and deadlines, review Compliance-owned submissions, and help you resolve missing or incomplete items.
For help with Complio and Compliance Office requirements, contact [email protected].
If you have Nursing-specific requirements and program questions, email your Nursing Cohort Administrator.
Step 1: Immunizations
Upload your ACC Immunizations Form to the Immunizations package in Complio, following the Compliance Office’s instructions. This is the former Pre-Admissions Immunizations package; only the name has changed.
Step 2: Clinical Health Compliance
When you receive your email, follow the Compliance Office’s instructions for the Health Data Form, TB testing, and influenza and COVID vaccination documentation where applicable.
Submit the required documents through Complio as directed.
Step 3: Background Check
When instructed by the Compliance Office, purchase and complete the ACC criminal background check through Complio. This is a separate component from drug screening.
A completed background-check status in Complio does not by itself confirm ACC clearance. The Compliance Office reviews clearance and provides verified status to the program. Existing Texas Board of Nursing requirements and Nursing registration instructions remain in effect.
Step 4: Drug Screening
When you receive instructions from the Compliance Office, purchase the drug-screening bundle, which includes the tracking package and drug-testing service. Complete specimen collection only within the authorized screening window. Wait for our instructions before scheduling or completing your drug screen.
Step 5: Safety Certification
Follow the Compliance Office’s instructions for Safety Certification. The instructions will identify required items, acceptable documentation, submission location, and deadline. Contact [email protected] for assistance.
Document Review and Follow Up
The Compliance Office reviews and verifies the requirements assigned to it, contacts students about missing or incomplete items, and communicates verified status directly to program coordinators. Nursing continues reviewing its retained requirements. Check your ACC student email regularly and follow the instructions from the office responsible for each item.
Campus Cohort Administrator Contact Information
After you receive your acceptance email and campus assignment, please direct all questions to your assigned Campus Cohort Administrator listed below:
- Eastview Campus Cohort (EVC) and Mobility (MOB): Sheila Rodriguez, [email protected]
- Round Rock Campus Cohorts (RRC Purple & Teal): Malanie Soliz, [email protected]
- Highland Campus Cohort (HLC): Benny Ligues, [email protected]
ACC Resources
ACC Health Sciences Criminal Background Check - Order between MAY 15 - JULY 15
Order dates: October 1 – December 1
- All background checks must be ordered from COMPLIO. Please email: [email protected]
The Health Sciences Compliance Coordinator will notify students directly if there are any issues with their background check.
If you deferred in a previous semester, this background check will need to be repurchased.
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR INCOMING LEVEL 1 STUDENTS: Background checks showing as complete in Complio do not indicate clearance. The Health Sciences Compliance Coordinator reviews all background checks. The Nursing Department Cohort Administrators are sent a clearance list from the Health Sciences Compliance Coordinator about once a week. After your clearance has been verified by the Health Sciences Compliance Coordinator, students’ Cohort Administrator will petition students to register and notify students via their ACC Gmail account with registration instructions. Please be patient. This process takes time. A student checking their status via Complio does not constitute clearance.
All incoming students will complete their drug scree through COMPLIO. Urine specimens must be submitted only within the following timeframe: JANUARY 2ND – 10TH ONLY.
- The cost of the Drug Screen will be listed in the new provider’s system.
- More information may be found on our Drug Screening webpage.
- Drug screening reports and all records pertaining to the results are considered confidential information with restricted access.
- Only the Health Science Compliance Coordinator has access to your drug screen report. The Health Sciences Compliance Coordinator will notify students directly if there are any issues with their drug screen results.
- Questions? Email [email protected]
IMPORTANT: Drug Screens drawn prior to the posted time frame will be invalid and will be required to be redone at the cost of the student.
All Nursing students are required to comply with set uniform and instruction materials for both classroom, clinical and lab. Students will be required to purchase the following.
Lab Kit Information - TRADITIONAL TRACK STUDENTS - Order by DECEMBER 30, 2026
Incoming TRADITIONAL Students:
The deadline for ordering your SPRING 2027 lab kit is DECEMBER 30, 2026. Order before 12AM CST on deadline date to avoid a late fee and shipping delays.
IMPORTANT: Lab kits are shipped directly to the school to your assigned campus. If you order your lab kit and then switch campuses, please contact the vendor directly to update your order.
You will receive your lab kit in the Nursing Skills Lab on your first assigned class day or as designated by your Instructor.
Be sure to order the correct lab kit using the correct school code for your assigned cohort.
The school codes are listed on each Lab Kit Order Guide linked below.
If you change campuses after ordering your lab kit, it is your responsibility to contact the vendor directly to update your purchase.
To order your lab kit, click here. Follow the instructions linked below:
Lab Kit Information - MOBILITY TRACK STUDENTS - Order by TBA
Incoming MOBILITY Students ONLY:
INCOMING SPRING 2027 Mobility Students Lab Pack – Order by TBA
The deadline for ordering your SPRING 2027 lab kit is TBA. Order before 12AM CST on deadline date to avoid a late fee and shipping delays.
IMPORTANT: Lab kits are shipped directly to the school to your assigned campus.
You will receive your lab kit in the Nursing Skills Lab on your first assigned class day or as designated by your Instructor.
Be sure to order the correct lab kit using the correct school code for your assigned cohort.
To order your lab kit, click here. Follow the instructions linked below:
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- MOBILITY
Clinical Uniform and Accessories
Deadline: 1st week of classes
SCRUBS: (NOTE: all nursing students will wear teal colored scrubs no matter which cohort they are assigned)
Scrubs should be purchased through CAREER UNIFORMS only, they are the only approved vendor. They will sew the Professional Nursing patch to your uniforms for free.
Please order through their portal: https://cu-collegiate.com/Austin_C_C_R_N_/shop/home
Teal scrubs may be purchased by other vendors without the patch. As long as the color matches the ACC teal color, they are acceptable.
Patches should be adhered to the upper left arm of your scrub tops. NOTE: The ADNSA may have patches for sale. Please reach out to the ADNSA for availability. Supplies are limited.
You will be given an opportunity to buy gently used scrubs at orientation from the ADNSA. We cannot guarantee that your size will be available.
For more information about the uniforms, see the Dress Code section in the Professional Nursing Student Handbook.
ACCESSORIES:
In addition to your uniform, please purchase the following uniform accessories at any uniform or medical supply store:
- watch with a second-hand (students may use a traditional watch with a second-hand or a smart watch as long as you can access a clock with a second-hand for counting seconds. Smart watches may not be worn during any lecture exams)
- stethoscope
- pen light
- bandage scissors
- ball point pen (black ink only)
You may purchase the above equipment from any source, but if you wish to help support the ADNSA, feel free to make purchases from MDF Stethoscope Package Deal for ACC ADN Students.
You are invited and encouraged to join the ADNSA (Associate Degree Nursing Student Association) for a onetime fee of $15. The ADNSA will be at orientation selling memberships, used scrubs, clipboards, t-shirts, and other great items! More information can be found on the ACC Associate Degree Nursing Student Association page.
- Textbook Information – refer to the ACC Bookstore for textbooks and resources. Incoming Level 1 students will find all of the required course materials for the 1st and 2nd 8 weeks courses listed under course RNSG 1413.
- Professional Nursing Course Information Pages
- Professional Nursing Student Resources Page
Refer to the Professional Nursing Registration Instruction page.
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR INCOMING LEVEL 1 STUDENTS:
Please note: A background check marked as “Complete” in Complio does not mean you have been cleared to register.
All background checks must be manually reviewed and verified by the Health Sciences Compliance Office before students can be approved for registration.
Background Check Clearance and Registration Process
- Background Check Review: The Health Sciences Compliance Office manually reviews completed background checks to verify clearance.
- Weekly Clearance Processing: Clearance lists are typically sent to Nursing Cohort Administrators once per week. Students whose background checks are verified after the weekly list has been submitted will generally be included in the following week’s clearance list.
- Registration Approval: Once your clearance has been verified and communicated to your Cohort Administrator, the administrator will submit a petition authorizing you to register.
- Registration Notification: After your registration petition has been processed, you will receive an email through your ACC Gmail account with instructions on how to register.
Important Reminder:
A “Complete” status in Complio does not constitute official background check clearance or authorization to register. Because clearances are processed and communicated weekly, there may be a delay between completing your background check and receiving registration instructions.
As you progress to the next level each semester you will find the registration instruction letters on the Professional Nursing webpage under the “Registration Instructions” button.
Questions or Need Assistance?
- Background check or compliance clearance questions: Contact the Health Sciences Clinical Operations & Compliance Office at [email protected].
- Registration petitions or registration instructions: Contact your Nursing Cohort Administrator.
When contacting the Compliance Office, please use your ACC Gmail account and include your full name, ACC student ID, and nursing program or cohort to help us assist you efficiently.
Please monitor your ACC Gmail account regularly and allow time for the weekly review, clearance, and registration process. We appreciate your patience as we work to ensure all students meet the required clearance standards before registration.
As you progress to the next level each semester you will find the registration instruction letters on the Professional Nursing webpage under the “Registration Instructions” button.
New Student Orientation
Spring 2027
Thursday, January 14, 2027
What to bring: Paper and pen or electronic device for notes. Wear appropriate clothes for the classroom. You do not have to wear your scrubs for orientation.
| Cohort | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| EVC – Traditional Track Cohort | 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Room TBA |
| HLC – Traditional Track Cohort | 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Room TBA |
| MOB – Mobility Track (at EVC): | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Room TBA |
| RRC – Team Teal Cohort | 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Room TBA |
| RRC – Team Purple Cohort | 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Room TBA |
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