Moberly Area Community College Associate Degree Nursing Program Student Handbook 2026-2027

Uniform/Personal Appearance

Students must comply with clinical site guidelines and per instructor’s discretion, these may vary. The following are general guidelines to be followed:

  1. Students must wear appropriate foundation garments. Students shall purchase uniforms of the college’s choice.

  2. Any visible clothing worn under the uniform must be white, grey, black or wine/burgundy in color.

  3. A name badge shall be worn at all times on clinical units.

  4. Students are required to be in a MACC uniform in the clinical facilities unless instructed otherwise.

  5. Hair should be clear of face at all times. If below shoulder length, it shall be secured back.

  6. Shoes must be clean and in good repair and cover the entire foot.

  7. No perfume or cologne.

  8. Jewelry should be minimal. Instructors may ask students to remove jewelry at their discretion for safety and/or hygiene purposes.

  9. Nails should be short and manicured with no artificial nails or polish.

  10. If students do not comply with the assigned facilities dress code, and policies or procedures, the college is not obligated to provide alternate learning experiences.