How is COE different from, or similar to, the accrediting body for human medicine (LCME)?
There are similarities and differences between the Council on Education and the LCME, the accrediting body for human medicine.
Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities® accredits veterinary technology programs to ensure the quality of the…
How does staff support the COE?
COE staff attend meetings and site visits to support Council members and site visitors. Their role is strictly administrative.
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World Veterinary Day honors veterinary response to COVID-19
Veterinary teams the world over have risen to the challenges presented by COVID-19. World Veterinary Day will honor the veterinary response to the…
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Veterinary curricula framework unveiled at educators meeting
Veterinary educators talked innovation at this year's Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges annual conference.
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Veterinary colleges go online only amid COVID-19 concerns
Veterinary college leaders have been faced with developing alternative teaching methods quickly for veterinary students who are practicing physical…
Veterinary technology program data
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) collects data on veterinary technology and nursing programs every year.…
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Q&A: Bailey focusing on outside-the-box solutions to profession's challenges
Dr. Michael Q. Bailey is running unopposed as a candidate for 2024-25 AVMA president-elect. The board-certified radiologist and former member of the…
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Oklahoma State names Risco veterinary dean
The Oklahoma State University/A&M Board of Regents on Oct. 20 approved the appointment of Dr. Carlos A. Risco as dean of the Oklahoma State University…
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Santa’s veterinary team approves reindeer for takeoff
As Official Veterinarian of the North Pole, AVMA President Dr. Rena Carlson has performed this important annual examination with the aid of Ashli…
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Lincoln Memorial celebrates accredited status
Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine was granted accredited status by the AVMA Council on Education during a special meeting
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AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2020
The AVMA is celebrating “A Lifetime of Love” again for National Pet Week 2020, held this year from May 3-9.
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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…
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Clarke promoted at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech President Tim Sands, PhD, named Dr. Cyril R. Clarke to be interim executive vice president
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UK’s newest veterinary school officially open
The United Kingdom now has its eighth veterinary school, the second to launch in the U.K. in the past 50 years.
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Purdue to build new veterinary teaching hospital
Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine is moving forward with plans to build a new, $108 million veterinary teaching hospital.
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How to thrive in practice
The AVMA held a roundtable of thought leaders in March to discuss "Thriving in Clinical Practice."
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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.
Responding to complaints and criticisms
How a veterinarian responds to complaints or criticism online can make or break a reputation. Here are steps you can take to limit damage to your…
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From note taking to scheduling, technology can help veterinary practices in many ways
Technological developments can help many areas of practice management. It’s just a matter of taking the time and effort to make it happen, according…
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AAVMC acknowledges contributions from veterinary faculty, student
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges recognized the 2017 recipients of five awards during its Annual Conference March 10-12 in…
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Program created to help researchers market their discoveries
The Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences is getting $1.2 million to create a nationwide training program that…
Education and the COE: FAQ
The accreditation system can sometimes be complex and confusing, even to those who are intimately involved with it. Get answers here to some of the…
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In Short
The ASF virus is hardy and deadly. Outbreaks can kill entire herds of domestic swine.