Got Endorsement?

As a benefit to NCAVA affiliate members, NCAVA endorses qualified workshops so that attendees can earn contact hours toward the Certified Administrator of Volunteers in North Carolina (CAVNC) credential. NCAVA also endorses qualified workshops for non-member affiliates, organizations and presenting individuals. All endorsement contact hours will be provided for a nominal fee to the non-member organization or individual. Applicants must be willing to have endorsed training events publicized by NCAVA.

For complete details and to download the Workshop Endorsement Form, CLICK HERE!

NCAVA Annual Conference On Volunteerism

Each spring, NCAVA sponsors a state-wide professional development conference for NC's volunteer managers. Packed with excellent workshops, networking opportunities and fun, the NCAVA Conference is a must see. For more information, please visit our Conference Page.

Professional Development Links

Association for Healthcare Volunteer Resources Professionals

Energize, Inc.

Points of Light & Hands-On-Network

Congress of Volunteer Administrator Associations

Association of Volunteer Resources Management

Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration

The International Journal of Volunteer Administration

Professional Development

NCAVA Certification in Volunteer Administration

Administered by the NCAVA Certification Committee, the certification program is part of NCAVA's strategy to enhance the professional identity of volunteer administrators. The goals of the program are to raise standards, increase knowledge, and improve performance of volunteer administrators in North Carolina. The program provides a means to document competency and signify excellence in the practice of managing volunteer programs. The designation CAVNC, indicating a Certified Administrator of Volunteers in North Carolina, helps employers identify the most qualified and committed professionals.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2010 CERTIFICATION APPLICATION

Online Basics In Volunteer Management Course

The North Carolina Association of Volunteer Administration (NCAVA) is pleased to offer the Basics in Volunteer Management course online. The course will cover volunteer recruitment, retention, risk management, recognition, etc. The class will run from January 25, - March 25, 2010 (10 weeks). REGISTRATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED & RECEIVED BY January 18, 2010. After enrollment, there is no set time to "log on" each day and you can access the course from any computer with Internet access.

Graduates of the class will receive 12 hours toward NCAVA certification as a Certified Administrator of Volunteers in North Carolina and one Continuing Education credit from Southeastern Community College.

The tuition cost of the course is $65, made payable to Southeastern Community College. Credit cards are not accepted, however, we will be glad to invoice your agency upon request. The Handbook for Volunteer Management is required and will be forwarded upon enrollment. The Handbook is produced by the NC Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service. The Handbook is a step by step manual for operating an effective volunteer program. The Handbook is being provided free by the NC Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service.

Anyone, anywhere can take this course. Out-of-state tuition DOES NOT apply.

To enroll, a class registration form can be found by clicking HERE. Due to state auditing standards, please mail a registration form with your original signature, NOT a copy, of your completed form. Tuition payment must accompany class registration form. Tuition and class registration form is due January 18, 2010. For more information, or to enroll in the course, contact Melody @ mprevatte@sccnc.edu.

If you or your agency requires an invoice for this course, please Click HERE.

Thank you for your interest in the course, Basics in Volunteer Management.