Hoe kan ik me aanmelden voor het VCA examen?

Neem contact op met een door SSVV erkend examencentrum, of laat je opleider het regelen als het examen bij de opleiding zit. Examens vinden dagelijks en door heel Nederland plaats.

Waar kan ik VCA examen doen?

Alleen bij SSVV-erkende examencentra. De actuele lijst staat op ssvv.nl. Nederlandse centra kunnen volgens SSVV ook in het buitenland examineren.

Hoe schrijf ik me in voor VCA VOL?

Zelfde aanmeldroute als Basis: via opleider of erkend examencentrum. Kies expliciet VOL-VCA (of VIL-VCU). VOL heeft 60 vragen in 60 minuten en taalniveau B1 (2F); een voorleesexamen is volgens SSVV alleen voor B-VCA.

Wat kost het om een VCA examen te boeken?

SSVV noemt ongeveer 100 euro voor een los examen; soms inclusief gratis herkansing. Voorleesexamen of andere taal: ongeveer 20–50 euro extra. Vraag de exacte prijs bij je centrum.

Wat moet ik meenemen naar het examen?

Een geldig identificatiebewijs. Wees ruim op tijd. Check je bevestiging voor locatie-specifieke instructies.

Kan ik een voorleesexamen of aangepast examen aanvragen?

Voor B-VCA is een voorleesexamen mogelijk. Mondeling kan niet. Voor andere aanpassingen (extra tijd, dyslexie, beperking) contacteer je examencentrum ruim van tevoren.

Registering for the VCA Exam: How to Sign Up at an Accredited Exam Center

October 13, 2026

Do you want to register for the VCA exam in the Netherlands? Good news: you don't need to complete a training program through a website like Proefexamen VCA. The actual SSVV exam is booked at a SSVV accredited exam center. Exams take place daily across the country. This article explains how to sign up for the VCA exam, what you need, the differences between Basis and VOL when booking, and how to practice smartly after scheduling.

Short answer:

Registration is done through an accredited exam center (or through your trainer if the exam is included in the training)
You choose B-VCA, VOL-VCA, or VIL-VCU — this determines the number of questions, language level, and whether a reading exam is possible
Bring a valid identification; arrive well in advance
A standalone exam costs approximately 100 euros according to SSVV; a reading exam or other language costs about 20 to 50 euros extra
After scheduling: practice timed on the actual format before your exam date

Source: SSVV exams (verified October 13, 2026). This article only discusses the Dutch SSVV exam (SSVV NL).

Where Can I Take the VCA Exam?

Where can I take the VCA exam? Only at exam centers recognized by SSVV. According to SSVV, these centers sell VCA exams to companies, trainers, and individual candidates. They handle the administration, issue the diploma, and record the results in the Central Diploma Register (CDR). A card is optional and does not replace the diploma.

On the SSVV page, you can find the current list of accredited exam centers. Contact a center nearby to book a date. According to SSVV, Dutch exam centers can also conduct exams abroad — convenient if you are temporarily working elsewhere, but the diploma remains the Dutch SSVV diploma.

Important: a practice exam or training platform is not an official exam. Only an accredited exam center can register your diploma in the CDR.

Step-by-Step Guide: Registering for the VCA Exam (SSVV NL)

Below is the practical step-by-step guide to sign up for the VCA exam or book through SSVV.

Step 1 — Determine Which Diploma You Need

For operational work, usually B-VCA (Basis) is sufficient. Operational managers often opt for VOL-VCA; intermediaries for VIL-VCU. Unsure? Ask your employer or client and read VCA Basis or VOL difference. Booking the wrong level means: paying again and rescheduling.

Step 2 — Choose How to Register

According to SSVV:

Through a training program — in many training programs, the exam is included; your trainer will handle the registration.
Self-register — contact an accredited exam center. This is the route if you have already learned, are retaking the exam, or just want to book the exam.

Do you want to register for vca vol or sign up for vca vol exam? Same route: accredited exam center, but explicitly choose VOL-VCA (or VIL-VCU) when booking. The exam centers follow the same SSVV requirements; the difference lies in level, questions, and language level — not in "another website".

Step 3 — Schedule the VCA Exam: Date, Location, Language

When scheduling the VCA exam (or vca basis exam scheduling / vca vol exam scheduling), ask:

Available dates and times
Location (VCA exam locations vary by center; exams take place throughout the Netherlands)
If you need Dutch or another language
If you want a reading exam (only B-VCA)
If an adjusted exam is needed (extra time, dyslexia, disability) — SSVV refers to "various solutions"; arrange this through the exam center

Ask immediately for the exact price and whether a resit is included. SSVV guideline: a standalone exam costs about 100 euros; a reading exam or other language is about 20 to 50 euros more expensive. Details and examples can be found in Costs VCA exam.

Step 4 — Confirmation and Exam Regulations

After booking, you usually receive a confirmation with the date, time, address, and what you need to bring. Also, request the exam regulations from your trainer or exam center. This document outlines what you can and cannot do during the exam.

Step 5 — Preparation (do not skip)

SSVV states that training is a good preparation. If you no longer have classroom training, practice specifically for the exam format: multiple-choice questions under time pressure. Start with the free demo (15 questions, no account needed) and then take a full practice exam via VCA exam practice. A step-by-step plan for timed practice is available in VCA practice.

What Do You Need When Registering and on Exam Day?

When Signing Up / Booking

Which diploma: B-VCA, VOL-VCA, or VIL-VCU
Contact details and often date of birth (for later CDR registration)
Desired language and any adjustments (reading exam, extra time)
Payment method according to the exam center

On Exam Day

According to SSVV:

Arrive well in advance
Bring a valid identification
The exam is usually a screen exam (computer, laptop, or tablet)
You will know immediately after completion whether you passed

Without valid ID, you often cannot start — check the requirements of your center in the confirmation.

B-VCA vs VOL-VCA When Booking: What Are the Differences?

	B-VCA (Basis)	VOL-VCA / VIL-VCU
For whom	Operational employees	Operational managers / intermediaries
Number of questions	40 multiple choice	60 multiple choice
Duration	60 minutes	60 minutes
Language level (SSVV)	A2 (1F)	B1 (2F)
Reading exam	Yes, possible	No (according to SSVV only B-VCA)
Register via	Accredited exam center / trainer	Same route — choose the correct level

When registering for the VCA exam, the booking process is largely the same. The difference lies in level choice, exam duration per question, language level, and whether reading is possible. More about the Basis structure: How many questions in VCA Basis?. Unsure about difficulty: Is the VCA exam difficult?.

Reading Exam, Other Language, or Adjusted Exam

Do you have difficulty reading? For B-VCA, you can get a reading exam: the computer reads the questions literally. An oral exam is not possible according to SSVV.

For an adjusted exam (modules, extra time, disability, deafness, dyslexia), SSVV refers to "various solutions" through the exam center. Arrange this before your date is set — not on the morning itself.

Other language or reading exam: expect according to SSVV about 20 to 50 euros more than a standard standalone exam. Unsure about your language level? SSVV points to a free Basic Meter (~15 minutes) and a VCA-Dutch glossary in multiple languages.

Costs When Booking the VCA Exam

SSVV states:

In a training program, exam costs are often included
A standalone exam costs about 100 euros
Sometimes this is including a free resit
Reading exam or other language: about 20 to 50 euros more

Always ask for the exact price at your exam center or trainer. A more detailed explanation can be found in Costs VCA exam.

After Booking: Practice Until Your Exam Date

Exam booked? Here’s how to practice effectively until the exam date:

Check level — Basis or VOL
First timed test — free demo
Full practice exam — VCA exam practice (40 questions / 60 min for Basis, 60 / 60 for VOL)
Repeat weak themes — VCA practice
Exam day — on time, with valid ID

SSVV also offers a practice exam (one for B-VCA, VOL-VCA, and VIL-VCU) where you can see what the real exam looks like; it does not show answers. Want to practice with explanations and a timer? You can do that on Proefexamen VCA via Start or VCA exam practice.

Results, Diploma, and What If You Fail

At the end of the exam, you receive the preliminary result immediately on screen. You can review questions you got wrong. Did you pass? Congratulations — the exam center records this in the CDR. It may take a few days for the diploma to be visible; if it’s not visible after two weeks, contact your exam center.

How to check your diploma later: Check VCA diploma.

If you fail, you can retake the exam through the exam center where you took the exam. Read VCA resit for the quick resit route.

Common Misunderstandings When Registering

"I will register through a practice site" — no; only an accredited exam center provides an official SSVV diploma in the CDR
"Basis or VOL doesn't matter when booking" — wrong level = wrong exam; always check with your employer
"I will arrange reading on the day itself" — request a reading exam or adjustments well in advance

Checklist: Registering for the VCA Exam

[ ] Correct diploma chosen (B-VCA, VOL-VCA, or VIL-VCU)
[ ] Accredited exam center (or trainer) chosen via SSVV list
[ ] Date, location, language, and any reading exam arranged
[ ] Price and resit conditions asked
[ ] Exam regulations read
[ ] Timed practice exam(s) scheduled before the exam date
[ ] Valid ID prepared and travel time calculated

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I register for the VCA exam?

Contact an SSVV accredited exam center, or let your trainer arrange it if the exam is included in the training. Exams take place daily throughout the Netherlands.

Where can I take the VCA exam?

Only at SSVV accredited exam centers. The current list is available at ssvv.nl. According to SSVV, Dutch centers can also conduct exams abroad.

How do I sign up for VCA VOL?

Same registration route as Basis: through a trainer or accredited exam center. Explicitly choose VOL-VCA (or VIL-VCU). VOL has 60 questions in 60 minutes and language level B1 (2F); a reading exam is only for B-VCA according to SSVV.

What does it cost to book a VCA exam?

SSVV mentions about 100 euros for a standalone exam; sometimes including a free resit. Reading exam or other language: about 20–50 euros extra. Ask the exact price at your center.

What do I need to bring to the exam?

A valid identification. Arrive well in advance. Check your confirmation for location-specific instructions.

Can I request a reading exam or adjusted exam?

A reading exam is possible for B-VCA. Oral exams are not allowed. For other adjustments (extra time, dyslexia, disability), contact your exam center well in advance.

How to Get Started Today

Choose your level — Basis or VOL
Schedule your exam at an accredited exam center via SSVV
Practice timed — free demo → VCA exam practice
Check costs — Costs VCA exam
After passing — Check VCA diploma

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VCA resit — retake after failing
Check VCA diploma — CDR after passing
Is the VCA exam difficult? — tips to pass on the first try
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Source: SSVV — https://ssvv.nl/examens/ (accessed October 13, 2026). Exams, prices, and procedures may change; always check the current SSVV documentation and your own exam center.