Red Cliff Ascent | Admissions Policy

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RedCliff Ascent is a proud member of the National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs.

Admissions Policy

RedCliff Ascent reserves the right to determine from among applicants for its services those it can serve appropriately, within the limits of its resources, contractual or legal obligations, capacities, and mission. A patient may be admitted for treatment as long as the patient meets the following criteria:

The patient must pass a complete physical evaluation that is geared for the rigors of the wilderness program. The clinical director must approve patients that are on psychotropic medication. The patient's psychological or mental state must be at a level at which their existence in the wilderness environment will not compromise the safety of the individual patient, the treating staff, and other participants in the program.
The patient must speak English in order to effectively communicate with the therapist, peers and counselors. Inability to speak English will result in treatment barriers that will affect the treatment outcome.
The Patient must weigh at least 100 pounds.
The patient must be 13 to 18 years of age.
Patients with communicable diseases may be denied
Patients that are pregnant will be denied

The intent and purpose of the RedCliff Ascent Outdoor Therapy Program is to provide an impacting, therapeutic experience. Due to the nature of the program, there are physical and mental conditions as well as medications that could prohibit a student's enrollment. A few of the conditions are listed below:

Diabetes
Epilepsy
Autism
Hypoglycemia
Pregnancy
Severe asthma
Severe allergies
Actively hallucinating

All medications must be cleared during the pre-admission process. Any extenuating circumstances regarding a student's health should be addressed with the admissions counselors.