Health Services
There are hospitals, day clinics (walk-in and appointments) and pharmacies in Drumheller, Three Hills and Strathmore. The nearest hospital is located in Drumheller, 35 km. northeast of Rosebud.
Medical Emergencies
The Student Life Advisor may be contacted in case of a medical emergency. Supervisors of the Mercantile Dining Room and Stage Managers have first aid certification. The 911 service is available in the Rosebud area.
Health Insurance
- Alberta
- Alberta students are eligible to remain on their parent’s AHCIP account when they are single dependent children under 21 years of age or are single dependent children under 25 years or age while attending an educational institution full time. For more information, see Health care coverage for students and foreign students | Alberta.ca
- Outside the Province
- Students from other provinces are encouraged to continue their provincial medical coverage and should be able to provide their medical insurance identification number when they visit health services. For more information, see: Health care coverage for students and foreign students | Alberta.ca
- Outside Canada
- International students are required to obtain health care insurance. Students who intend to stay in Alberta for 12 month of longer are eligible for the Alberta Health Care Insurance Program (AHCIP). Students who intend to stay in Alberta for less than 12 months are strongly encouraged to purchase adequate medical coverage before arrival. For more information, see How to apply for the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) | Alberta.ca
Counselling
The Student Aid Fund subsidizes counselling fees to a certain amount for students not covered under their parents’ (or other) health care plan. $420 is available per student per academic year for appointments made with a counselor of their choice. Contact Student Life Advisor for more information.
Advisors
All students at Rosebud Theatre & School of the Arts benefit from a small school environment with access to the following:
- STAFF ADVISOR - An RTSA staff member is assigned to each student for regular check ins throughout the year. Advising can cover a variety of topics such as wellness, program progression, student life or personal budgeting
- STUDENT LIFE ADVISOR - Access to a qualified Student Life Advisor who can refer to additional resources if needed
- LIFE SKILLS CLASS - A weekly class for first year students covering topics such as study skills, wellness, and conflict resolution
- ADOPT-A-STUDENT (Optional) - Participation in a Student Adoption program, which matches students with a family in the community
- STUDENT ACTIVITIES (Optional) - Participation in activities organized by the Student Rep Team, such as movie or game nights
- STUDENT REP - Every academic year students elect peer representatives to organize activities for the student body and to provide representation on the Education Team where student questions and concerns are discussed
Transportation to Appointments
If a student is driven to a medical appointment by a third party, the student is expected to reimburse the driver according to RSA transportation rates ($20 Drumheller, $38 Strathmore or Three Hills, $75 Calgary) unless another arrangement is agreed upon in advance. In the event that a student does not pay the driver, RSA will pay the driver and invoice the student.
Disclosure
In order to achieve success in the program, it is recommended that students note special needs or limitations on their application with a doctor or therapist's note, so that the Rosebud staff can make appropriate accommodation. You can be assured that your needs will be treated with respect and confidentiality.The physical and mental demands of classroom and performance work should not be underestimated. Experience demonstrates that applicants who inform of RSA of their needs up-front, generally experience fewer difficulties and can be successful in their studies. For more information, please see Disability Access.