Overview
This lecture covers the myVCCS portal for Virginia's Community Colleges, focusing on login procedures, account management, and support resources.
myVCCS Portal Maintenance
- The myVCCS portal will undergo maintenance from 12:00 am to 7:00 am on August 1.
- Portal access and authentication may be unavailable during maintenance.
Login and Account Management
- Users must log in using their username to access myVCCS services.
- There are links to recover a forgotten username or password.
- New users should claim their myVCCS account to gain access.
Support and Assistance
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) setup instructions are provided via a dedicated link.
- General technology assistance is available through the designated support page.
Key Terms & Definitions
- myVCCS — Online portal for Virginia’s Community Colleges, used for accessing college applications and resources.
- Authentication — The process of verifying user identity to grant access.
- MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) — Security process requiring more than one method of authentication.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Plan for possible downtime on the portal during the maintenance window.
- Use provided links to recover usernames or passwords if needed.
- New users should claim their myVCCS account.
- Set up MFA if not already completed.
- Seek technology assistance if login issues arise.