In-person delivery of CR-PR is the most evidence-based model for delivering the service and remains the consensus recommendation for all eligible patients willing to attend.  However participation in in-person CR programmes  are not optimal, leading to a growing interest in alternative models to expand care delivery. Regardless of the delivery method, CR must include all core components listed in the most recent scientific statements and relevant guidelines from AACVPR. This consensus paper clarifies the minimal standards to be considered a CR-PR program utilizing a nontraditional delivery approach. Click here to access.  Additional research is needed to identify best practices for delivering virtual and remote CR.