Can nursing school refuse me based

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Can nursing school refuse me based
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Sun, 07-10-2005 - 9:12pm

on the fact that I am under care for bipolar? I ended up with a spot for the fall nursing program but when I was reviewing the paperwork for entrance, I found that I have to reveal that I am under a physicians care for bipolar II. I have not even told some family members so disclosing this to others is a bit new for me. Please tell me that it can not stop me.

Missy

 
 
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Registered: 09-01-2004
Mon, 07-11-2005 - 10:39am

Unless there is some specific loophole in the law, I'd say no as this would be discrimination in violation of the AMericans with Disabilities law.

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Registered: 05-11-2003
Mon, 07-11-2005 - 11:44am
I shouldn't think so. In fact, I know an RN here who is BP, ADD, OCD....so I think you're fine. Good luck!

littlemascara