NEW SCHOOL ORIENTATION

Participation in a New School Orientation session is the first step in the application process for entities seeking certification to operate a postsecondary institution in Virginia. 

Each institution is required to have one participant (such as the president, school owner, compliance officer, or senior administrator) attend New School Orientation. If a consultant will be assisting with the certificate application, that individual should attend New School Orientation as well. All participants are required to pay a non-refundable fee of $150 each to attend.

SELECTING THE APPROPRIATE SESSION:

• The session for DEGREE-GRANTING schools is for colleges or universities offering associate's degrees or higher.
• The session for VOCATIONAL/NON-DEGREE schools is for postsecondary entities offering certificate programs or vocational training in fields such as information technology, cosmetology, or dental assisting.
• Prospective attendees with questions about the correct session for which they should register should contact StephanieShelton@schev.edu.