Title: Differentiate among the scope and roles of the Virginia Department of Health Professions and the Virginia Department of Health.
Course: Vision Care Technician I (14057-I) > Section: Understanding the U.S. Healthcare System

Differentiation should include a contrast between the scope and functions of the Virginia Department of Health Professions (https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/) and those of the Virginia Department of Health (https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the function of the Virginia Department of Health?
- How does the Department of Health reach those in the community?
- What is the function of the Virginia Department of Health Professions?
- Why is a regulatory agency needed for the healthcare industry?