Student Clinical and Observation Opportunities
Valley Health supports students preparing for careers in healthcare. Whether you're completing a clinical rotation or exploring a future in medicine, we offer structured, supportive learning experiences. We offer two types of student experiences: clinical placement and observation experiences.
Clinical Student Placement
Valley Health uses the Exxat One platform to manage student placements and onboarding. This system helps streamline communication between students, schools, and our clinical teams. There is no cost to students or schools to use Exxat One.
Who Can Apply
To request a clinical placement:
- All students and faculty requesting time slot placement and onboarding must be enrolled in or employed by an affiliated school.
- Your school must either request access to Exxat One or use existing login credentials.
Already have a confirmed sponsor and schedule?
Please have the sponsor email the dates and times to
student@valleyhealthlink.com. Academic Services will assign the rotation in Exxat. Then, skip to
Step 5 below.
How to Get Started
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Submit Access Request
A school representative completes the Exxat One Access Request Form. -
Get Login Credentials
Exxat reviews the request and sends login credentials to the school rep. -
Request a Placement
Log into Exxat and request an availability that fits the student's needs. -
Approval & Assignment
Valley Health reviews and approves (or declines) the request. Academic Services assigns the rotation in Exxat. -
Confirm Placement
The school rep clicks "Confirm" in Exxat to finalize scheduling. -
Student Onboarding
The student receives an onboarding email from Exxat and uploads all required documents. -
Final Clearance
• Academic Services reviews submissions
• Student status changes to Compliant
• Final clearance is sent via Exxat or email
Students may begin clinical hours only after clearance is received.
For help using the platform, visit the Exxat One Help Center for detailed guides and resources on managing placements and onboarding. For any technical issues, reach out to the Exxat One Support Team at one-support@exxat.com.
Important Deadlines
All required onboarding documents for each prospective student and faculty member must be submitted at least three weeks prior to the start of the scheduled time slot.
You must receive a final clearance email from Academic Services before entering any clinical unit.
Observation Requests
If you’re interested in a short-term observation experience at Valley Health, follow these steps:
- Download and complete the Observation Education Experience Request Form.
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Email your request to
student@valleyhealthlink.com.
- Include your preferred dates and areas of interest.
- Attach your completed request form.
Our Academic Services team will review your request and respond within two business days. If you have questions or need help, call (540) 536-4302.
Affiliation Agreements
All student placements must be coordinated through an affiliated school. If your school is not yet affiliated with Valley Health, contact Academic Services at student@valleyhealthlink.com to begin the agreement process.
Resources
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Faculty Academic Services Packet
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Student Academic Services Handbook
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Student Orientation
- Complete your required orientation at valleyhealthlink.com/students.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to process my request?
- We respond within two business days. If you don’t hear from us, call (540) 536-4302.
Can I apply as an individual student?
- No. All students must be enrolled in an affiliated school. Your school must request access to Exxat One.
What if I miss the onboarding deadline?
- You may need to reschedule. All documents must be submitted at least three weeks before your start date.
Who do I contact with questions?
- Email student@valleyhealthlink.com or call (540) 536-4302.
Mailing Address:
Valley Health Academic Services
220 Campus Boulevard, Suite 400
Winchester, VA 22601