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Services

Students who are currently enrolled and attending classes in the San Diego Community College District are eligible to receive services from the Student Health Clinic.  Many basic Primary Care services are available on-campus in our convenient and cost-effective clinic including:

  • Free nurse (RN) visits
  • Free Physician (MD) and Nurse Practitioner appointments
  • Weight/blood pressure and vision screenings
  • Tuberculosis (TB) screening and testing (see below)
  • Pregnancy testing (see below)
  • Lab tests
  • Physical exams and sports physicals
  • X-ray orders
  • Basic first aid
  • Limited immunizations
  • Over-the-counter medications
  • Preventive health care and counseling 

Students with serious or complicated medical conditions may be referred to a health care provider or facility in the community when necessary.  Services are only available during regular clinic hours.  The clinic is closed for all district holidays and recesses.

Fees are charged for some services that are not covered by the Student Health fee, including, but not limited to:

  • Pap testing (includes gonorrhea and chlamydia screening)  
  • TB skin tests (see below)
  • Immunizations 
  • Laboratory tests
  • Prescribed medications

Immunizations

We offer free consultations for immunizations, and some immunizations are available at the Student Health Clinic.  An appointment is not required for these services:

  • TB screening and testing
  • Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) 
  • Flu Shots (influenza)  

Tuberculosis Screening: (TB) Clearance Update – Effective Fall 2024

Important: This policy applies only to individuals seeking TB clearance through the San Diego City College Student Health Clinic.
It does not supersede District policy or requirements.

Beginning Fall 2024, faculty, staff, and student workers requesting TB clearance at the San Diego City College Student Health Clinic must complete either a PPD skin test, QuantiFERON blood test, or Chest X-Ray as determined by a provider’s TB screening review.

We will no longer provide questionnaire-only (verbal screening only) clearance at City College Student Health.

This policy was revised after careful consideration of rising latent TB rates in San Diego County, the presence of higher-risk populations on campus, and recent exposure cases. This change is a proactive step to protect the health and safety of our campus community. The clinic will strictly adhere to this policy.

If You Prefer Questionnaire-Only Clearance

Individuals seeking questionnaire-only TB clearance should obtain services through:

  • Mesa College Student Health Center
  • Miramar College Student Health Center
  • Sharp Occupational Health (District option for eligible employees)
  • Their primary care provider (if insured)

TB Skin Testing at City College

Important: TB skin tests must be read 48–72 hours after placement.

TB Skin Test Administration
Monday & Tuesday
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

TB Skin Test Reading
Wednesday & Thursday
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

TB Testing Fees

  • $15 – Students / Student Workers
  • $22 – Staff / Faculty
  • $48 – QuantiFERON (Students / Staff / Faculty)

*TB skin testing services may also be available at community health centers, walk-in clinics, and some pharmacies.

Birth Control & Emergency Contraception

Birth Contol Services Available at the Student Health Clinic:
  • Counseling, written info, & referrals for all types of birth control methods.
  • Prescriptions for birth control pills.
  • Emergency Contraception/"Plan B" is available at the Student Healh Clinic for a small fee
    • Taken to prevent pregnancy after having unprotected sex, or after a slipped or broken condom.
    • Emergency contraception pills should be taken as soon as possible within 5 days of unprotected sexual intercourse....the sooner the better.

Other Contraception Resources: 

Family Pact: Comprehensive family planning services for low income men and women.

Planned Parenthood: 619-881-4589

Family Health Centers of San Diego: 619-515-2300

Pregnancy Testing & Pregnancy

  • Urine pregnancy tests $2.00 available at the Student Health Clinic
    • accurate 2-3 days before your next expected period.
    • First morning urine is ideal and preferred.