This session addresses how to apply for accreditation, and discuss the different OGC criteria for accreditation based on whether you work in a law firm or on your own. The session also covers other requirements and potential roadblocks before taking the test, such as background checks, character references, lost applications, and VA’s resistance to accredit individuals working in a law firm. The presenter will break down time frames, contacts, and each step of the process. Finally, this session addresses getting scheduled for the test, what to study, what materials to use, how long it takes to get results, and how often someone can take the test if he or she fails.