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Who is Eligible for Services

Who Can Qualify for  Home and Hospital Teaching?

General Guidelines

  • Time Limit: Your child must be expected to miss at least 20 school days in a row due to their documented medical condition.

  • Special Education Rule: Home teaching cannot be used as a temporary placement for students with disabilities who are awaiting a new special education school or a placement change.

Medical Proof Needed

You must provide official medical paperwork depending on your child's condition:

  • For Physical Conditions: A licensed physician or a certified nurse practitioner must sign the paperwork.

  • For Emotional or Mental Health Conditions: A licensed psychiatrist, licensed psychologist, or licensed mental health nurse practitioner must sign the paperwork.

Note: For emotional conditions, home teaching can only last for a maximum of 60 consecutive school days.