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Tuskegee back to accredited status
The AVMA Council on Education has granted the Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine accredited status.
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AAHA narrows its focus to accredited hospitals
The American Animal Hospital Association is making changes to focus on what leaders see as the association’s foundation: the AAHA accreditation…
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Diversity, inclusion added to accreditation standards
The AVMA Council on Education approved revisions to six of its 11 Standards of Accreditation during its spring meeting
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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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An inside look at accreditation of veterinary technology programs
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities requires that graduates of CVTEA–accredited veterinary technology programs are…
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AAHA recognizes 2017 accredited practice of the year
The American Animal Hospital Association has recognized Loving Family Animal Hospital of Aurora, Colorado, as the 2017 AAHA-Accredited Practice of the…
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Accreditation appeal denied, Arizona plans to try again
The AVMA Council on Education has upheld its decision to deny a letter of reasonable assurance to the University of Arizona’s Marley Foundation Doctor…
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Changes to college accreditation standards focus on principles of diversity, equity, inclusion
Greater adherence to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion at veterinary colleges is the focus of a number of proposed changes to the…
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Veterinary technology programs hit by turmoil at for-profits
Symptomatic of larger problems in the for-profit education industry, 11 more veterinary technology programs have had their accreditation withdrawn by…
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The backbone of veterinary technology for 50 years
This July, the AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The CVTEA accredits educational…
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Board Chair Gill discusses AVMA priorities
Dr. Ronald Gill, the 2022-23 chair of the AVMA Board of Directors, expects workforce challenges and solutions will continue to occupy the Board’s…
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USDA modules opened to all veterinary professionals for CE credit
The Department of Agriculture's National Veterinary Accreditation Program and Iowa State University are now offering NVAP training modules not only to…
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AVMA COE recognizes the University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Medicine achieved AVMA Council on Education accreditation on the basis of compliance with 11…
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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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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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Board advances items, some directly benefiting students
The AVMA Board of Directors met April 6-8 in Schaumburg, Illinois, and approved items relating to a new electronic accreditation
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Arizona program hopes to start in fall 2020
The University of Arizona’s planned Marley Foundation College of Veterinary Medicine has appointed Dr. David Besselsen as interim dean.
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Powdered glove ban takes effect
Federal health officials have banned powdered gloves intended for use in surgery or examinations as well as absorbable powders
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Veterinary accreditors going paperless
The online platform will allow veterinary colleges and veterinary technology programs to submit their self-studies and annual reports electronically.
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Pet owners, shelters, and clinics: Check the chip
Lost or stolen pets have a much greater chance of being reunited with their families if they have been microchipped and the registration information…
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Leading AAHA in a time of change
Dr. McConnell assumed the office of AAHA president during the association’s annual meeting, March 31-April 2.
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Speaker: Animal hospitals must practice infection control
Dr. Pantaleon presented three sessions on biosecurity—and infection control—during a daylong track at the annual meeting of the
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Winn Feline Foundation awards grants, requests proposals
The Winn Feline Foundation announced in April that it had awarded $214,017 for feline health studies.
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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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Meritorious Service Award goes to Scamahorn
Dr. John Scamahorn has worked to support veterinarians and the veterinary profession at the local, state, and national level throughout his career. He…