Do you know your Dress Code?

Allied Health Student Clothing:

SWC issued or solid color scrubs. Scrubs must match.
White lab coats must be worn in labs.
Scrubs and lab coat must be clean and in good condition
Students must wear suitable undergarments that do not show through scrubs.
Students may wear a solid colored shirt under their scrubs.
Light colored socks (preferably white) should be worn.

Allied Health Student Shoes:

Nursing shoes or mostly white tennis shoes should be worn.
Shoes must be closed toe and in good condition.

Allied Health Hair:

Hair must be clean and neatly groomed.
Hair should be pulled back off face. Long hair should be worn in a ponytail/bun/etc.
Hair should be a natural color.

Fingernails:

Trimmed to 1/4 inches from end of finger.
Only clear or natural color nail polish.

Jewelry for Allied Health students:

Earrings should be kept to a minimum.
Earrings should be simple studs or flat patterns in professional designs—No dangly or hoop earrings.
Only one ring per hand.
Only simple chain choker necklaces are allowed. Simple/tasteful charms or medallions are acceptable. No long chains or large charms/medallions.
The only bracelets allowed are medical ID bracelets.
A watch with a digital readout or second hand is recommended.

Other notes for Allied Health students:

No visible facial piercings other than earrings are allowed.
Facial or neck tattoos should be covered with makeup or clothing.
Facial hair (beards and mustaches) should be neatly trimmed.
Makeup and Perfume should be worn in moderation.
Students must be clean.

Notes for Business, Computer and Criminal Justice Students:

No Jeans are allowed.
Southwestern College Polo or Button front shirts are preferred. Other dress shirts are also acceptable.
Professional/Dress shoes should be worn.
Slacks/skirts should be professional and neutral.