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Work continues to improve veterinary education worldwide
A well-educated veterinary workforce is key in providing scientifically sound risk assessments, credible reporting of diseases, and effective delivery…
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World Veterinary Day promotes continuing education in one health
On April 30, World Veterinary Day 2016 will promote continuing education for veterinarians in one health.
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Some states temporarily modify CE requirements as social distancing continues
Several states have modified their continuing education requirements in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. However, there could be the potential for…
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Momentum continues for AVMA activities
Summits on educational debt and wellness, recommendations from a task force on drug compounding, and economic reports on topics such as pet insurance…
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Probationary accreditation continues for Tuskegee
Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine’s probationary accreditation status was extended by the AVMA Council on Education
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U.S. Department of Education review of AVMA Council on Education underway
The U.S. Department of Education's National Advisory Committee for Institutional Quality and Integrity has begun its periodic review of the AVMA…
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Access-to-care conversations continue
Challenges around access to care impact many areas of a community but open communication about incremental care and financial challenges with clients…
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Professional development grants available for veterinary educators
Applications due June 29 Continuing education to enhance teaching is vital for educators who prepare the veterinarians of tomorrow. The AVMA’s…
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AVMA, Viticus collaborate to enhance educational opportunities
The AVMA and Viticus Group, the organization behind the WVC conference, are partnering to offer new continuing education for veterinarians and…
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Education standards refined
AVMA EXECUTIVE BOARD Education standards refined Several changes will be implemented to improve the AVMA…
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Education council responds to feedback
The AVMA Council on Education submitted its compliance report to the U.S. Department of Education this past October as part of its work
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Introducing AVMA Axon: Next-generation digital education
Regular readers of this blog might have noticed a couple of weeks ago that we told you we had an exciting announcement coming regarding continuing…
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Past council decisions a continued source of debate
Much of the criticism the AVMA Council on Education has encountered has to do with historical events rather than current ones, such as the…
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For-profit veterinary technology programs continue to close
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities, at its April 21-24 meeting in Schaumburg, Illinois, withdrew the accreditation…
Convention Education Program Committee
The Convention Education Program Committee is responsible for identifying and programming high-quality educational opportunities at the AVMA Annual…
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Veterinary education expanding in Texas
Texas A&M and Texas Tech universities are looking to meet current and future animal health needs for their state by educating more
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$100,000 supports poultry education at Georgia
Merck Animal Health announced a $100,000 sponsorship for a student at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
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USDE, CHEA recognize education council
The AVMA Council on Education is an acceptable agency to accredit foreign veterinary colleges according to the Department of Education
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Interactive learning and world-class education in the Mile High City
Veterinarians looking for outstanding learning opportunities and insight into crucial topics in the veterinary profession will find all that – and…
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Salaries, debt for new graduates continue to increase
The latest figures on salaries and debt for the Class of 2018 show increases in both categories.
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New specialists must demonstrate continuing expertise
The AVMA began a process for recognition of veterinary specialty organizations back in 1951.
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Use of animals in research, testing, and education
Use of animals in research, testing and education is a privilege that carries unique professional, scientific and moral obligations, and ethical…
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Opioid shortage and abuse: Resources and education for veterinarians
The AVMA has good news to help our members advance high-quality patient care in the face of continuing opioid shortages: We’ve teamed up with VetBloom…
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Education council schedules site visits
The AVMA Council on Education has scheduled site visits to four schools and colleges of veterinary medicine for the remainder of 2016.
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AVMA Council on Education recognition likely renewed
The entity that advises the Department of Education on recognition of college accreditors voted to recommend to renew the recognition of the AVMA…