Internship placements are not permitted at locations where the student is currently working or under the supervision of close personal friends or family members. Also, students may not be allowed to be placed at an internship site where they were previously employed, or currently volunteering or previously volunteered. This policy exists as a safeguard against dual relationships, conflicts of interest, and other potential ethical problems. Although it would often be more convenient to complete the Internship at a location where the student is currently working, volunteering, or generally familiar with the staff and supervisors, the program faculty do not believe that it represents an ethically sound decision nor does it provide the student with the novel challenges that are required to further enhance their training.