(b)

1. (1) If the program chooses to offer virtual instruction, the expectation of delivery of information remains the same as in-person.
2. (2) Virtual instruction must be indicated on the application and a virtual plan must be submitted to the Department of Human Services for approval.
3. (3) If the program fails to meet the guidelines, it will result in temporary suspension, deficiency, or both.

(c) In addition to complying with this part, the following requirements must be met:

1. (1)

   1. (A) A program is subject to inspection of virtual instruction at any time by department personnel.
   2. (B) A program that provides virtual instruction must have practical capabilities and set forth expectations including, but not limited to, the following:

(i) Internet capabilities for the program and the participants;

1. (ii) Requirements of logging into the virtual site at least fifteen (15) minutes prior to the beginning of class and staying connected virtually until class ends;

   1. (iii) A camera that is turned on during instruction; and

      1. (iv) Individual logins that must be tracked and maintained for auditing purposes by the department;

2. (2)

   1. (A) Virtual programs are responsible for ensuring that the department has the virtual link to audit compliance with this part.
   2. (B) The link must be functional and active at all times;

3. (3)

   1. (A) All participants must be able to have visible access to observe all curriculum activities.
   2. (B) Examples include, but are not limited to, hands-on demonstration, notes on board, and all instruction provided by the program;
4. (4) All videos to be viewed must be included in the curriculum for in-person and virtual training;
5. (5) All skills labs must be in-person; and
6. (6) The programs must provide training materials prior to class, including but not limited to web access to materials.