Certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA)
Initial Certification
How to Apply
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Read the CVA Handbook and attend a free information session to understand what is required to apply for the exam.
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Make sure you are familiar with the Body of Knowledge and Competencies as you will be asked about them on the application form.
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Gather your reference letter and a current resume in PDF format. You will need to upload these as part of the application.
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Make your exam payment using one of the links on the bottom of this page by March 1, 2027.
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After you make your payment, apply for the exam by March 1, 2027 using the application form located HERE.
2027 Exam Dates & Deadlines
Application & Payment Due
March 1, 2027
September 1, 2027
Exam Window
April 1-14, 2027
October 1-14, 2027
Becoming a CVA Resources
2027 CVA Candidate Handbook
CVA Self Assessment Tool
Suggested Email Template to Seek Support for the CVA Exam
Sample Exam Questions
Benefits of Study Groups
Tips for Leading a CVA Exam Study Group
Trial Test Instructions and Support
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CVA Exam Information:
What is a Competency Based Exam?
How to get Ready for Your CVA Exam Day
How to Prepare for the CVA Exam
REGULAR EXAM FEE $400
(for payments made by the application deadline)
EXAM RETEST FEE
$125
(for payments made by the application deadline)
CURRENT CVAS TAKING THE EXAM FOR RENEWAL CREDIT $125
LATE EXAM FEE
$450
(for payments or applications submitted after the application deadline)
LATE EXAM RETEST FEE $175
(for payments or applications submitted after the application deadline)
LATE FEE
$50
(for late fees past initial payment)
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Training or prep courses
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Study guides and educational materials
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Sample questions, practice tests, or exam banks
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Tutoring or instruction services
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Use of or reliance upon any third-party or unapproved resources is solely at your own risk. CCVA assumes no liability or responsibility for the accuracy, quality, content, or exam outcomes associated with third-party materials not published directly on our official website.
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NOTE: Payments are made online via credit card using PayPal. Payments must be received by the application deadline for each exam session.
You may contact us at info@cvacert.org for alternate payment arrangements.