Sign Up Application (VCCS) – VA Ready Help Center

I didn’t finish the class I originally started, but I am now registered for a new one. Can I just fill out the Certification Form for the new class?

No. You will have to reapply (within 5 days of your new course starting) and be accepted into the VA Ready program for your new course. VA Ready can only provide you the $1000 Credential Achievement Award for the course you originally signed up for in our system.

How do I get my $1000 Credential Achievement Award?

First, you need to be an approved VA Ready Scholar. Then, you will need to complete your course and pass your credential or licensure exam. Once you have the required documents, you will need to log into your https://scholars.vaready.org account and go to My Dashboard. From there, you will need to start and complete your […]

How do I check to see if I submitted my Sign Up Application or Certification Form?

Log into your https://scholars.vaready.org account. Go to “My Dashboard.” If the status says “Final” you have successfully submitted your Application or Certification Form! Please Note: Submitting your Sign Up Application as Final does not guarantee acceptance as a VA Ready Scholar. Submitting your Certification Form as final does not guarantee that you will automatically receive […]

What is FastForward?

FastForward is a short-term training program for high-demand industries, helping Virginians get the jobs they want and the salaries they need. Our training is offered locally through Virginia’s Community Colleges. Learn more at https://www.fastforwardva.org/:

My application says it was Withdrawn. Why?

If you have submitted your application as Final outside of the 5 calendar day window, then your application will be automatically withdrawn. This is the most common reason for Withdrawal. Virginia Ready reviews all applications in Final and Draft status. If we find that you do not meet our eligibility criteria at any point in […]