Any student seeking counseling or medical services for any reason in MVNC's counseling center or college clinic must be assured of a safe and confidential environment. All information obtained in counseling, testing or medical consultation is confidential. Information regarding medication, hospitalization or therapy will be withheld by the student unless released according to procedure or exceptions as stated below. Students wanting their parents, or others, to know of their work in the counseling setting or medical treatment must sign a release form stating that such is their desire, indicating the persons to whom they want to receive this information. For emergency medical purposes, the Medical History form may be referenced for emergency notification.
Most information related to disciplinary matters is considered confidential.
Such information may only be presented or discussed when the student authorizes communication through a signed Information Release Form available in the Office of Student Services. This process complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. In all situations, MVNC personnel will strongly encourage students experiencing medical or emotional trauma requiring hospitalization to contact their parents and the college chaplain or their pastor. Parents are encouraged to maintain a strong and open relationship with their student while recognizing the challenges and difficulties college students sometimes encounter.