Please consider incorporating language similar to a previous VBON Guidance Document into general regulations: (Schools need flexibility with community placements and opportunities for student in order to provide the most beneficial learning experiences in preparation for community and population health care).
The exceptions to direct, on-site supervision, are in the following areas:
The clinical experience is a community health experience meeting the following criteria:
Examples of community health experiences may include, but not limited to: Boys and Girls Club, Home Health, Health Department, Community Services Board, Child Care Centers, and Adult Day Care Centers.These experiences can be counted toward the required supervised direct care clinical hours as defined in 18VAC90-27-100.A.