The decision to make the state of Virginia a CACREP only state is quite dangerous.  I don't believe that this decision is based on sound evidence that CAPCREP programs better equip clinicians to go out into the workforce. I know many highly skilled clinicians that did not graduate from a CACREP program.  In certain rural areas where having a licensed clinician is invaluable this decision will negatively impact the community.  Please take these comments into consideration before th law is changed.