Upcoming professional learning: 2027 Special Examination Arrangements (SEA)

Principals/Directors, VCE Coordinators and VASS Administrators

To support the submission of 2027 Special Examination Arrangements (SEA) applications, the VCAA will run in-person professional learning sessions in December 2026, and an online session in February 2027. 

VCE Coordinators and school personnel responsible for administering special provision are strongly encouraged to attend one or more of these workshops.

Sessions will focus on outlining the 2027 SEA application process and school-based evidence requirements.

Please visit the Events page to register for the following sessions:

• Friday 4 December 2026: in-person session (200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne)
• Monday 7 December 2026: in-person session (200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne)
• Tuesday 9 February 2027: online webinar

For more information, please refer to:

• Special Examination Arrangements for VCE External Assessments
• VCAA Special Provision within the VCE

Critical dates

2026

• Friday 4 December: 2027 SEA application process and in-person SEA application writing session (optional)
• Monday 7 December: 2027 SEA application process and in-person SEA application writing session (repeat of earlier session)

2027

• Wednesday 27 January: Special Provision Online (SPO) platform opens for 2027 SEA applications
• Tuesday 9 February: 2027 SEA application process (online webinar) for new VCE Coordinators and school staff involved in preparing Special Provision applications
• Monday 22 February: Due date for applications for Rollover of previously approved SEA
• Friday 12 March: Due date for 2027 SEA applications for ongoing conditions
   

More information

For queries about Special Examination Arrangements, please contact Special Provision
tel.: 1800 205 455
email: vcaa.special.provision@education.vic.gov.au