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Certified Administrator of Volunteer Services
CAVS status provides both internal and external rewards. CAVSs enjoy the pride of recognition of being among the elite in a critical field of healthcare. And CAVS is a premier credential based on a sound assessment that provides distinction in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
AHVRP is proud to announce that final efforts are underway to move the CAVS certification process from the AHA Certification Center to CCVA (Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration). A final proposal has been submitted to AHA legal and approval by the AHVRP board is expected once the review is complete. The MOU (Memorandum of Agreement) with the AHA-CC expires December 31, 2009 so all efforts are focused on having the agreement with CCVA in place by the December 31st deadline.
Under the new agreement, all current CAVS retain their certification under CCVA. New applicants taking the exam in 2010 will take the same exam that was offered through the AHA-CC. The fee to take the exam will be reduced from $275 to $250 for members, $425 to $400 for non-members.
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.
The CAVS exam will be offered at the Annual AHVRP Conference and at candidate's own facilities once specific requirements are fulfilled regarding proctoring of the exam.
Once the agreement is signed, there will be a 60-90 day blackout period while the exam materials are transferred to CCVA and the transition is finalized. The transition is expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter, 2010.
AHVRP is excited to offer a credential that recognizes its members as proficient in their field. As stewards of AHVRP resources, the board has worked diligently to retain the CAVS credential without compromising the integrity of the credential or the fiscal viability of AHVRP. This transition to CCVA accomplished both these goals and offers new opportunities to strengthen our profession of volunteer management while making the certification process more affordable for everyone.
Watch for updates as the transition is completed and the CAVS exam is once again available to members. If you have any questions, please free to contact Michelle Caruso, CAVS, Certification Chair at mcaruso@jordanhospital.org
