Student Health Center

The Oxnard College Student Health Center is designed to assist all students in achieving and maintaining optimum wellness. Our commitment is to help you develop a healthy lifestyle so that you may reach your educational goals.

Frequently asked questions:

Who can use the services at the Health Center?
Every student enrolled at Oxnard College whether full or part time is eligible to use the Health Center.

When is the Health Center open?
Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 PM until 7:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM
Friday- closed

What services are available for students?
Family Practice Physician provides medical evaluations
Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner provides gynecological care
Counselors provide individualized counseling on such topics as depression, anxiety, eating disorders etc.
EMT and Dental Hygiene Physicals
Child Development physicals
Emergency care and referral
Immunizations and TB testing
Pregnancy testing
Accident Insurance (there is a deductible)
Over the counter medications such as aspirin, Tylenol, ibuprofen, cough drops

Is there ever any cost involved?
If it is recommended that you have lab work there is a minimal fee for this. If you need medications there is a cost involved.

Do I need an appointment?
It is recommended that you phone for an appointment so that you will have a minimal waiting time. If you need to cancel your appointment please do so at least 24 hours prior to the date you were to be seen.

How is the Student Health Center funded?
Every student who enrolls at Oxnard College whether part time or full time has to pay a Health Fee. The cost is $13.00 in fall and spring semester and $11.00 for the summer. If a student is BOGG fee waived than the Health Fee is also waived. The state when it reimburses for mandated costs helps with this loss of fees. The state has not reimbursed since 2001.

What about confidentiality?
The Health Center follows the same guidelines as a medical office. All employees of the Health Center understand that any information obtained in the Health Center is confidential