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Student Discounts
A student receives the same discount as an employee on purchases made in the BH Medical Towers Drug
Store and at some BH cafeterias. Discounts do not apply toward the purchase of books, course required
equipment and materials, sale items, food items, magazines or purchases of less than one (1) dollar.
Wearing of individual student ID Badge, according to dress code guidelines, is required to receive
discounts. Cafeteria discounts are at the discretion of each BH respective hospital and other clinical
facilities.

Student Government
Students may have the opportunity to participate in their class student government. The school supports
this activity for student leadership development. There is no charge for membership or participation.

Student Health Practices at BHCLR
All students are strongly recommended to have personal health insurance while enrolled as a student at
BHCLR. Many affordable options exist for students. For information on some of the options, please visit
the following websites or contact Student Services.

The Eaton Agency

501-313-4054
www.arkbluecross.com

If a student needs medical treatment during an educational experience, the student is responsible for any
expenses related to the treatment. BHMC-LR Occupational Health will provide the initial treatment for a
student with a needle stick. Any additional medical treatment needed by a student will be at the student’s
expense. BHCLR may require a medical clearance from a student after an injury or illness in order to
attend learning experiences.

All students are strongly recommended to have personal liability insurance while enrolled as a student at
BHCLR. Many affordable options exist for students. For information on some of the options, please visit
the following websites:
www.hpso.com
www.nso.com
www.americanprofessional.com

Students are to report any accident or incident, and all blood and mucosa exposures, no matter how minor.
The incident must be reported to the faculty member, Program Director, Coordinator, or clinical preceptor
immediately. Students will be required to complete a Student Incident or Injury Report.

The influenza immunization is required annually for all enrolled students, or a medical exemption must be
submitted and approved by BHMC-LR Employee Health.

Student Professional Development and Community Service
BHCLR promotes the development of students in order to assume the role of a values-driven, healthcare
professional. The student is guided in building characteristics associated with professional practice and
being a contributing member of the community. Some important aspects of that development include: the
values of honesty, service, stewardship, performance and respect; the social attributes of attitude and
teamwork; and the personal characteristics of ethical conduct and moral character.

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