🎓Updates to State Approving Agency Jurisdiction Rule
State Approving Agency Jurisdiction Rule
Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) publishes a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to amend its definitions of the terms "independent study," "distance learning," and "resident learning," and to establish a new term, "standard curriculum." These proposed amendments, which distinguish distance learning from resident learning and independent study from standard curriculum, address concerns from VA stakeholders who view independent study and distance learning as having distinct and separate meanings and clarify State Approving Agency (SAA) jurisdiction over courses taken solely by distance learning.
Agencies
- Veterans Affairs Department
Business Impact
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The proposed rule changes regarding definitions and SAA jurisdiction over educational programs directly impact businesses that provide distance learning programs, potentially allowing them to access VA funding for non-accredited courses and improve competitor dynamics. Businesses may need to adapt to new compliance standards or take advantage of emerging market opportunities.