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Review underway for COE accreditation standards
The AVMA Council on Education (COE) has begun a review of its full set of accreditation standards and is inviting participation from anyone interested…
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COE approves changes to accreditation standards
This information was sent earlier today to AVMA members who have subscribed to receive the COE Standard newsletter. To receive news and important…
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AVMA COE welcomes input on the standards of accreditation
The AVMA Council on Education® (COE) is beginning the process of reviewing its standards accreditation—and your input is welcome.
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AVMA COE to examine DEI language in accreditation standards
A new working group is looking for ways to improve the diversity, equity, and inclusion language in the AVMA Council on Education's Standards of…
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News from AVMA COE: Accreditation status and updates to education standards
This information was sent earlier today to AVMA members who have subscribed to receive the COE Standard newsletter. To receive news and important…
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Share your thoughts: Future of veterinary education accreditation
The AVMA Council on Education® (COE) is formulating its strategic plan for the next five years and wants your input.
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Ensuring high standards for veterinary technicians
Since 1972, the AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities® has set the standards for accredited veterinary technician programs…
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AVMA COE updates emergency conditions policy
The AVMA Council on Education (COE) has updated its emergency conditions policy as well its policy governing how countries outside the United States…
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Comment on proposed change to educational standard on finances
The AVMA Council on Education (COE) is accepting public comment until August 19, 2022, on a proposed revision to its accreditation standard addressing…
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Comment on proposed changes to educational standards
The AVMA Council on Education is seeking public comment through February 26, 2021, on proposed changes to the accreditation standards governing…
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Call for comments opens: Veterinary technician educational standards
The AVMA CVTEA® is accepting comments until April 15, 2024, on some of its educational standards for accredited veterinary technology education…
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AVMA COE may add dentistry to required curriculum
Public comment on the proposal is due July 1, 2020.
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FDA requests label changes to combat antiparasitic resistance
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has asked animal drug companies to voluntarily revise the labels of some livestock and horse dewormers to…
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100 Healthy Tips to Support a Culture of Wellbeing
Veterinary health and wellbeing are top of mind for veterinarians across the profession, including at the AVMA. As you and your veterinary team…
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Comments sought: Educational criteria for technicians
The AVMA CVTEA is considering changes to three educational standards and accepting public comment through March 1.
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Call for volunteers: AVMA COE seeks new members
Applications are open for three volunteer positions on the AVMA Council on Education®, to replace members whose terms will expire in August.
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Your colleagues need you: Why AVMA surveys matter
By taking time to participate in AVMA surveys, you provide data that advances the profession, delivers actionable advice to practicing veterinarians,…
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Bill would ban double-decker trailers for horse transport
The AVMA has long advocated for this prohibition, which is included in a $500 billion infrastructure bill proposed in the U.S. House of…
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AVMA Council on Education seeks input on proposed policy
The AVMA Council on Education is seeking public input on whether to implement a new policy on "emergency conditions," based on its existing COVID-19…
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Help evaluate veterinary medical colleges with AVMA COE
The AVMA Council on Education® is looking for veterinarians interested in participating in veterinary medical college site evaluations. The…
International affairs
International alliances are a key component of AVMA’s work to support veterinarians and our profession. Whether looking at scientific issues,…
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Grants available to support rural veterinary practice
Applications are due April 16, 2021, for a federal grant program that provides funds to support rural veterinary services and relieve veterinarian…
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AVMA COE seeks volunteers to serve as site visitors
Would you like to help protect and elevate the quality of veterinary medical education? The AVMA Council on Education® is preparing to train new…
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New opportunity: Become an AVMA COE site visitor
Would you like to help advance the quality of veterinary medical education? The AVMA Council on Education® is preparing to train new college site…
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There should always be a “tech” in team
Veterinary technicians make significant contributions to our profession, and the AVMA is proud of our longstanding record of supporting them in all…