Participant Eligibility
The RVAA of Maryland is designed primarily for victim
service providers and allied professionals who have had a minimum of two
years in the field of victim assistance. Volunteers in the field with a minimum
of 24 months active volunteer experience are welcome to apply.
Application Process
In order to be eligible for selection, a candidate must submit one typed
application and two letters of recommendation, one from your supervisor/
program coordinator. Please note that the application includes a Pledge
that must be signed committing each applicant to complete the necessary
preparation and required reading prior to the starting date of the Academy.
The blank application form itself may be photocopied and shared but once
typed and completed; it should be mailed in with recommendations included.
Faxed copies will not be accepted.
Application Brochure
The application brochure is available as a downloadable printable
file. Please click here to download.
Selection Process
In selecting fifty (50) participants from among all those
who apply, the Selection Review Board will engage in a process intended to
promote an Academy class which reflects a balance in cultural, programmatic,
professional, and geographic diversity.