SACRAMENTO, Calif., April 2, 2003 - VSP (Vision Service Plan), today announced that it has been named to the "Training Top 100" list compiled by Training Magazine. VSP was ranked #56 in this year's list, moving up from last year's #68 ranking. This is the third consecutive year that VSP has been named to the Training Top 100 list.

The Training Top 100 is a ranking of organizations that excel in employee development. The magazine conducts extensive research for the Training Top 100 through a multi-tiered nomination, application and interview process.

"This recognition exemplifies the value we place on providing our employees with all of the necessary tools and training they need to be successful," said Roger Valine, VSP President and CEO. "We take great pride in our workforce, and we will continue to offer employees opportunities to grow both personally and professionally."

VSP offers workshops outside normal business hours on topics such as parenting skills, financial planning and resume writing. A corporate library and numerous internal and external seminars are other options provided to employees. In addition, VSP also offers education reimbursement and information technology training classes.

About VSP
VSP provides eyecare benefit plans that range from comprehensive eye examinations and materials to complete medical and surgical eyecare. With more than 36 million members nationwide, one in eight people in the United States relies on VSP for eyecare health coverage. VSP's Sight For Students program has helped 160,000 low-income/uninsured children receive free eyecare services since its inception in 1997. For more information, visit us online at www.vsp.com.

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