CORE ACADEMY TRAINING
Preparing Professionals to Serve Victims Across Washington State
Victim Support Services (VSS) offers Core Academy Training, a comprehensive 40-hour course designed to qualify participants to provide direct services to victims in Washington State. This essential training is offered twice a year and is a foundational requirement for many roles in victim services.
Core Academy Training is provided virtually via ZOOM so that participants can attend remotely. Participants must attend all sessions live with their video on in order to receive a certificate of completion.
Who Can Attend
This training is not open to the general public. Eligibility is limited to employees or volunteers at agencies that intersect with victim services, current students pursuing degrees in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Social Services, or a closely related field (eligibility required)
What You’ll Learn
The curriculum covers a wide range of critical topics, including Crisis Intervention, Criminal and Civil Legal Systems, Cultural Competency, Victims’ Rights, and more!
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By completing this training, participants are better equipped to support crime victims with knowledge, empathy, and professionalism.
Training Schedule
Core Academy Training is held twice a year. Dates and registration details will be posted here when available.
Our next training is scheduled for March 22-26, 2027.
The tuition fee is $475 and includes all applicable taxes.
Training Expectations
To successfully complete Core Academy Training and receive a Certificate of Completion, all participants must adhere to the Core Academy Expectations.
We kindly ask that you only apply if you are able to meet all training requirements.
Core Academy Training Expectations
Credentialing Opportunity
Graduates who successfully complete Core Academy Training will be eligible for the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP) Provisional Credential at a minimum.
Depending on your prior experience in the field, you may also qualify for the Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced Credential through NACP.
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For questions about eligibility or upcoming training dates, please email Leslie McPherson at leslie@victimsupportservices.