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VA Application Toolkit

Beginner-friendly resource

Build an application that shows what you can do.

No client experience yet? You can still create relevant samples, write a focused cover letter, and submit a professional VA application.

01

Build your VA portfolio

A beginner portfolio is proof of skill, not proof that someone has already hired you.

DO

Make every sample relevant

Choose tasks that match the role you want. Label practice work clearly as a sample project.

AVOID

Adding everything you have made

Three strong, role-specific samples are more useful than fifteen unrelated files.

AVOID

Using real private information

Use fictional brands and dummy data. Never include client passwords, patient details, or internal documents.

02

Create a focused cover letter

Use the builder for a first draft, then edit it so it sounds natural and accurately represents you.

YOUR DRAFT

Customized cover letter

Complete the form to create your first draft.

Before sending: add one specific detail about the company, remove anything that is not true, and read it aloud once.

Copyable templates

Choose the starting point that matches your situation.

03

Check before you submit

Tick each item yourself. Your progress stays only on this device and resets when you refresh.

Application materials ready?

Finish the checklist, then move to Day 3 and start applying.