AHVRP Highlights
New Management
The Association for Healthcare Volunteer Resource Professionals (AHVRP)
is proud to announce that the CAVS certification process is now being managed by CCVA (Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration). AHVRP is pleased to continue offering this credential that recognizes its members as proficient in their field. This transition to CCVA offers new opportunities to strengthen our profession of volunteer management while making the certification process more affordable for everyone.
The CAVS Credential
CAVS status provides both internal and external rewards. CAVS certificants enjoy the pride of recognition of being among the elite in a critical field of healthcare. CAVS is a premier credential based on a sound assessment that provides distinction in an increasingly competitive marketplace. There will be a brief blackout period while the exam materials are transferred to CCVA and the transition is finalized. The transition is expected to be completed by late May 2010.
Under the new agreement, all current CAVS retain their certification. New applicants taking the exam in 2010 will take the same exam that was offered previously through the AHA Certification Center. Candidates will take the exam via a web-based e-testing service at their own facilities once specific requirements are fulfilled regarding proctoring of the exam. The CAVS exam will also be offered at the 2010 Annual AHVRP Conference in paper and pencil format on Thursday, September 30, at 1 pm.
CAVS renewals will be processed through AHVRP. The criteria to renew remains unchanged (45 contact hours/3 years). CAVS who choose to renew by re-test will take the CAVS exam through CCVA.
Exam Fees
The fee to take the 2010 CAVS exam has been reduced:
Fees may be made via credit card using PayPal on this website, or by check made payable to CCVA.
For complete details, download the CAVS Candidate Handbook and Application. THESE MATERIALS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER May 15, 2010.
Questions?
Please contact CCVA Executive Director, Katie Campbell, at CAVS@cvacert.org or (508)830-2075.
AHVRP Certification Chair, Michelle Caruso, at mcaruso@jordanhospital.org
Or AHVRP Executive Director, Audrey Harris, at aharris@aha.org or (312) 422-3938.
About CCVA
The Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA) advances the profession and practice of volunteer resource management by certifying individuals who demonstrate knowledge and competence in the leadership of volunteers. Certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA) is an international credential awarded to practitioners with at least 3 years of experience who successfully complete an exam and written portfolio process. Originally developed by the Association for Volunteer Administration (AVA) several decades ago, the credentialing program is now sponsored by the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration.
Click here for CAVS News Release.
Click here for CAVS FAQs.
Click here for CAVS Handbook.
Click here for CAVS Renewal Application.
