Welcome to CCVA!
The Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration advances the profession and practice of volunteer resource management by:
- Articulating core competencies for the profession of volunteer administration
- Certifying individuals who demonstrate knowledge and competence in the leadership of volunteers.
- Advancing standards of ethical practice
- Promoting professional development and education
CCVA sponsors the CVA (Certified in Volunteer Administration) credential, the only international professional certification in the field of volunteer resources management. Originally developed by the Association for Volunteer Administration (AVA) several decades ago, the program is intended for individuals who lead and direct volunteer engagement in all types of organizations and settings.
Read more about the CVA program.
CCVA also manages the CAVS (Certified Administrator of Volunteer Services) certification, a program especially for leaders of volunteers in healthcare settings.
Read more about the CAVS program.
What's the Difference between these two credentials?
Read a brief comparison of the CVA and the CAVS programs.
News & Highlights
and registration form now available.
Discounts available for members of VolunteerMatch, ALIVE, Points of Light Institute, and Volunteer Canada.
For a brief overview of the Certified in Volunteer Administration credential, check out an introductory video on the Volunteer Canada YouTube channel.
Annual Highlights of CCVA Activity
A one-page summary of our activity during the recent fiscal year 2011.