Overview
This article details the steps to set up myNOVA (VCCS) Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) with text messaging using your mobile device.
Edit myNOVA (VCCS) Profile Settings
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Go to https://nvcc.my.vccs.edu/.
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Enter your myNOVA (VCCS) username and then click the GO button.
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Enter your myNOVA (VCCS) password and then click the GO button.
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Click the 
icon at the top of the Applications page and then select Profile Settings.
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Click the Edit Profile button.
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Enter a mobile phone number and alternate email address.
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Click the Save button.
- Click the icon at the top of the Applications page and then select Profile Settings.
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Click the Edit Profile button.
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Select the MFA SMS checkbox, select SMS as your preferred authentication method, and then click the Save button.
Note: If SMS does not display as an available preferred authentication method in the drop-down menu, first click the Save button and then repeat Steps 8-10.
Note: We recommend you select multiple authentication methods as options to ensure a backup in case of any issues.
Sign In to myNOVA (VCCS) using MFA with Text
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Go to https://nvcc.my.vccs.edu/.
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Enter your myNOVA (VCCS) username and then click the GO button.
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Enter your myNOVA (VCCS) password and then click the GO button.
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Receive the SMS code as a text message to your mobile device.
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Enter the SMS code when prompted and then click the GO button.
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Contact Information
If you experience any issues following these steps, please contact the IT Help Desk by phone at 703-426-4141 or through the IT Help Desk Web Page.