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TMS FAQ
Below are answers to the most frequently asked questions about how to access and use the VA Talent Management System (TMS).
TMS is your gateway to all the learning and professional opportunities available throughout VA. You can identify and sign up for training in all professional areas, including courses offered by HR Academy.
It is also an excellent resource for managing your career development. Through TMS, you can stay on track with your personal To-Do lists, keep a record of your training, manage your talent profile and much more.
If you have any questions about how to use TMS, simply go to the InsideTMS link on the TMS Sign In page or User Home page. InsideTMS is a source for instructional toolkits, videos, online tutorials and other TMS information.
If you can't find answers to your questions on InsideTMS, click on the Help Desk tab on the TMS Home page.
1. How can I access TMS?
See page 1 of Accessing the VA TMS
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PDF - 324KB *)
2. How can I sign in to TMS as a new user?
See pages 1 and 2 of Accessing the VA TMS
( PDF - 324KB *)
3. How do I sign in as an established user?
See page 7 of the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide
( PDF - 3.6MB *)
4. How do I create a new password?
See page 5 of the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide
( PDF - 3.6MB *)
5. I forgot my password – how do I retrieve it?
See page 5 of the Accessing the VA TMS user job aid
( (PDF - 324KB *)
6. What if my computer is not able to access TMS?
See page 6 of the Accessing the VA TMS user job aid
( PDF - 324KB *)
7. How do I update my TMS profile?
See page 8 of the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide
( PDF - 3.6MB *)
8. How do I search the TMS catalog?
See page 9 of the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide
( PDF - 3.6MB *)
9. How do I view my Learning Plan?
See page 10 of the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide
( PDF - 3.6MB *)
10. How do I access my To-Do List and Learning Content?
See page 15 of the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide
( PDF - 3.6MB *)
11. How do I add or remove items from my To-Do List?
See pages 11 and 12 of the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide ( PDF - 3.6MB *)
12. How do I view and print my Learning History?
See pages 13 and 14 of the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide ( PDF - 3.6MB *)
13. How do I register for a course?
After getting permission from your supervisor to attend, log in to the TMS and click on the catalog box. Choose the course you want, then select the "Register" button**.
**Remarks: Some people might experience issues locating the "Register" button. Visit this link for a brief description of the issue and the work around (PDF - 102KB *) suggested by the VA TMS helpdesk.
14. How do I view the schedule?
Go to the Catalog Calendar of Offerings page on TMS.
15. How do I withdraw from a course?
See the Withdraw from a Scheduled Offering user job aid
( PDF - 97KB *)
16. What are the most common tasks in TMS?
See the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide
( PDF - 3.6MB *)
17. How can I view my TMS User Record?
See page 1 of the View User Records user job aid
( PDF - 235KB *)
18. How can I see my completed work?
See page 2 of the View User Records user job aid
( PDF - 235KB *)
19. Where can I find my curriculum status?
See page 3 of the View User Records user job aid
( PDF - 235KB *)
20. How can I access the TMS Help Page?
See page 18 of the TMS Common Tasks Quick Reference Guide
( PDF - 3.6MB *)
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