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Application for Enrollment in the 2026 VVAA

Thank you for your interest in the Vermont Victim Assistance Academy!

We are excited to announce that this training will be fully in-person in Waterbury, VT.

2026 VVAA Schedule:

· Session 1: February 18th & 19th, 2026
· Session 2: May 6th & 7th, 2026
· Session 3: August 19th & 20th, 2026
· Session 4: November 18th & 19th, 2026

The VVAA is an introductory educational opportunity designed to improve the quality and consistency of victim services in Vermont. This course integrates core concepts and best practices that encourage a victim-centered, multidisciplinary and collaborative approach to supporting those whose lives have been impacted by crime. By cultivating participants’ knowledge, skills and attitudes, we build the capacity of our community to recognize, respect and respond to the needs and experiences of crime victims, affected parties and communities in our state.

For more specific information, we suggest taking a moment to read and understand the Program and Application Information on our website before completing the application.

If you are unable to complete this application please reach out to us directly.

NOTE: In addition to this application, you must complete the Participant Agreement and Support for Learning Letter attached at the end of this survey.

Please print, sign, and scan each document back to me Amber.King@ccvs.vermont.gov. Your application will not be complete without this submission.

Support Contact: Amber King, Training Director (She/Her)
amber.king@ccvs.vermont.gov
p: 802-241-1250 x 114
1.First Name(Required.)
2.Last Name(Required.)
3.What are your pronouns? For more information on pronouns and why they are important, click here.
4.Phone Number(Required.)
5.Mailing Street Address
6.Mailing City
7.Mailing State
8.Mailing Zip Code
9.Email Address(Required.)
10.Name of Agency (and Department) or Organization. If unaffiliated, please enter "Community Member".(Required.)
11.Position Title. If unaffiliated, please enter "Community Member"(Required.)
12.Please indicate your interests in this training in regards to working with victims of crime. Please check all that apply:(Required.)
13.For what type of organization do you work? Please check all that apply.(Required.)
14.Your agency or organization primarily serves clients in which types of communities? Please check all that apply.(Required.)
15.How long have you been working or studying in your field?(Required.)
16.In what context might you come in contact with and/or serve victims or survivors of crime or offenders/responsible parties?(Required.)
17.The following question will help us understand your goals and intentions for completing the VVAA. Please include any information you believe is important for the participant selection committee to consider.

Please use 100 words or less to summarize how your participation in the VVAA will be a benefit to you, your organization and/or your community.(Required.)
18.Please select any additional accommodations you require from the list below. If you require something that is not listed, please indicate your request by selecting "Other" and providing us with specific information in the comment box.  We may contact you for further information, if necessary.
19.NOTE: We plan to record some individual presentations throughout each day.

The recordings will not be available to the public, they will be for current participants or potential late incoming participants. The recordings will be available in case a work|life emergency calls you away from the presentation as well, so you are still able to view it.

If being present during this private recording is problematic for you, please let us know right away!
20.The registration fee for the VVAA is $200. This fee covers all four sessions (eight days) of the training. This fee is non-refundable and cannot be waived. You can learn more about the enrollment fee on the VVAA Payment Form.
21.Applicant Signature:  This survey must be complete in order for your application to be considered.

By typing your name in the space below, you verify that all information given is accurate to the best of your knowledge, and that any false information will be sufficient cause for dis-allowance of your application.(Required.)
22.Applications are not considered complete until all required materials are submitted. All forms can be submitted via mail or email.


Mailing Address:
Vermont Center for Crime Victims Services
Training Department
ATTN: Amber King
60 South Main Street
Waterbury, VT 05676

Or forms can be emailed to Amber King at: Amber.King@ccvs.vermont.gov.

Please be sure you have completed all of the following: