The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) is an organization in Victoria, Australia responsible for developing and overseeing the curriculum and assessment for schools. It ensures that students receive a high-quality education by providing guidelines and resources for teachers, as well as managing standardized assessments. VCAA administers key assessments such as the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL). The authority also supports schools in implementing the Victorian Curriculum, which outlines the knowledge and skills students are expected to learn at each stage of their education.