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How Do I...?

Frequently Asked Questions, answered.

A photo ID and proof of current enrollment (schedule, tuition receipt, etc.) are required to receive a student ID or Clinical Badge. Enrollment documents can be printed out or shown on a device or cell phone.

...Get a new Student ID?

Your NICC ID card is also your library card. Follow these steps to obtain an NICC ID card. You may obtain one in person at the library, or request it online and then pick it up at the library.

What do I need to get a student ID?

You will need the following identification:
1.  An acceptable form of photo ID:

Non-expired driver’s license
Non-expired state-issued or approved ID card
Current college or high school ID card
Current state or federal ID card
Non-expired passport
Tribal ID card
Naturalization card or certificate of citizenship

2.  Class Schedule
3.  Student ID number (may be found on your class schedule).

When can I get my ID?
Stop at the library during regular hours to get your photo taken and have it printed. It only takes a few minutes! You'll also get a handout about what you can use your ID for.

Students may also submit an online request for their student ID! When submitting the form, you MUST include a current photo of yourself. IDs can be picked up at either campus library or any of NICC's Centers.  IDs can also be mailed to an address on file at the college.

What's with the stickers?

Each semester you attend NICC and pay an activities fee, you may obtain a sticker for your ID card.  Showing your ID card with a current semester sticker entitles you to discounts at some local businesses and facilities.  Please contact the NICC Student Life office for more information.

Can I get a replacement ID card?

If an ID card is lost, stolen, or destroyed, a duplicate card can be purchased in the Library.  A fee of $5.00 will be charged for each replacement card issued.  Cards with errors or incorrect information on them will be replaced at no cost.

... Get a new Clinical Badge?

Am I eligible for a Clinical Badge?

Students in these programs may request clinical badges: Cosmetology; Early Childhood; EMT; Health Information; Medical Assistant; Nursing; Practical Nursing; Radiologic Tech; & Respiratory Care.

Students must show proof of current enrollment in one of the above programs.

Where can I get my Clinical Badge?

You may request and receive a clinical badge in person at either campus library.  Clinical badges may also be requested using an online form, but you must pick up your badge at the library.

What do I need to get a Clinical Badge?

You will need the following identification:
1.  An acceptable form of photo ID:

Non-expired driver’s license
Non-expired state-issued or approved ID card
Current college or high school ID card
Current state or federal ID card
Non-expired passport
Tribal ID card
Naturalization card or certificate of citizenship

2.  Student ID number (may be found on your class schedule or NICC ID card).

3.  Proof of current enrollment in one of the programs listed above.  (typically your course schedule)

...Get my employee ID card?

NICC ID Cards for Employees

(1)  NICC new employees may have their supervisor accompany them to the library to obtain their NICC ID card, which is also their library card.

(2)  Acceptable forms of ID are:

  • Supervisor’s presence with staff member requesting ID card
  • Supervisor’s prior approval communicated to staff issuing new ID card

(3)  Employees may also use the NICC ID online request form.

(4)  If an ID card is lost, stolen, or destroyed, a duplicate card can be purchased in the Library.  A fee of $5.00 will be charged for each replacement card issued.  Cards with errors or incorrect information on them, or which are worn out or illegible, will be replaced at no cost.  The Library recommends that cards no longer in use be destroyed.