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Veterinarians
Animal Chiropractic Certification Certification Description The Animal Chiropractic Certification Commission (ACCC) of the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association develops standards of care in animal chiropractic, conducts a professional certification program and awards credentials to individuals who meet established criteria and assessments in different modes of care. The purpose of the examination process is to ensure the public and the animal chiropractic profession that those candidates who pass written comprehensive and clinical examinations are suitable for certification in the field of animal chiropractic. Certifying Organization American Veterinary Chiropractic Association http://animalchiropractic.org/default.htm Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No Animal Chiropractic Certification Website
Board Certification in Veterinary Toxicology Certification Description Board certified veterinary toxicologists are a vital link in human and animal health. Veterinary toxicology ranges from biotoxins (natural chemicals produced by plants, animals, bacteria, fungi, and phytoplankton) to the toxic effects of pharmaceuticals, feed additives, radiation, and environmental agents on animals and humans. Certifying Organization American Board of Veterinary Toxicology http://www.abvt.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Board Certification in Veterinary Toxicology Website
Certification in Veterinary Dentistry Certifying Organization American Veterinary Dental College https://www.avdc.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification in Veterinary Dentistry Website
Certification in Zoological Medicine Certification Description ACZM Diplomates serve in responsible positions as zoo and wildlife veterinarians, teachers, researchers, government officials, and administrators of other relevant programs fostering high quality medical care for non-domestic animals and are actively involved in the discovery of new knowledge in the discipline and the dissemination of this knowledge to the veterinary profession and public. Certifying Organization American College of Zoological Medicine http://www.aczm.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification in Zoological Medicine Website
Certified Equine Dental Technician Certification Description The certification candidates will be examined in their knowledge of: Gross anatomy - indentification, location and function of bones, muscles, arteries and veins, nerves and salivary glands; tooth structure, principals of mastication, terminology, aging, and dental prophylaxis. Certifying Organization International Association of Equine Dentistry http://www.iaeqd.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Equine Dental Technician Website
Certified Veterinary Practice Manager Certifying Organization Veterinary Hospital Managers Association, Inc. http://www.vhma.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No Certified Veterinary Practice Manager Website
Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Bacteriology/Mycology Certification Description A candidate for Diplomate status must have capabilities extending over the broad area encompassed by microbiology as applied to veterinary medical science. A candidate must be well informed in bacteriology, mycology, virology and immunology, and must be qualified to assume responsibility for the basic and/or applied aspects of veterinary microbiology in research and teaching, or clinical and diagnostic microbiology. A candidate must have knowledge of infectious disease (including the zoonoses) of animals with emphasis in etiology, pathogenesis, transmission, immunity, diagnosis, prevention and control, and is expected to know current literature and modern laboratory techniques. Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Microbiologists http://www.acvm.us/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Bacteriology/Mycology Website
Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Immunology Certification Description A candidate for Diplomate status must have capabilities extending over the broad area encompassed by microbiology as applied to veterinary medical science. A candidate must be well informed in bacteriology, mycology, virology and immunology, and must be qualified to assume responsibility for the basic and/or applied aspects of veterinary microbiology in research and teaching, or clinical and diagnostic microbiology. A candidate must have knowledge of infectious disease (including the zoonoses) of animals with emphasis in etiology, pathogenesis, transmission, immunity, diagnosis, prevention and control, and is expected to know current literature and modern laboratory techniques. Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Microbiologists http://www.acvm.us/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Immunology Website
Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Virology Certification Description A candidate for Diplomate status must have capabilities extending over the broad area encompassed by microbiology as applied to veterinary medical science. A candidate must be well informed in bacteriology, mycology, virology and immunology, and must be qualified to assume responsibility for the basic and/or applied aspects of veterinary microbiology in research and teaching, or clinical and diagnostic microbiology. A candidate must have knowledge of infectious disease (including the zoonoses) of animals with emphasis in etiology, pathogenesis, transmission, immunity, diagnosis, prevention and control, and is expected to know current literature and modern laboratory techniques. Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Microbiologists http://www.acvm.us/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Virology Website
Diplomate, American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine Certification Description ACLAM Diplomates are certified specialists in the field of laboratory animal medicine, a recognized specialty within the veterinary medical profession. They provide medical care and management to a wide variety of animal species used in medical, veterinary medical, and biological research and testing. They have unique qualifications which enable them to serve as valuable members of the research team. Certifying Organization American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine https://www.aclam.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine Website
Diplomate, American College of Theriogenologists Certifying Organization American College of Theriogenologists http://www.theriogenology.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, American College of Theriogenologists Website
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Anesthesiology Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia http://www.acvaa.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Anesthesiology Website
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology http://www.acvcp.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology Website
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists http://www.acvo.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists Website
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Surgeons https://www.acvs.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons Website
Epidemiology Specialty Certification Description The Epidemiology Specialty is affiliated with the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine. The Specialty recognizes diplomates of the College who have an active interest in epidemiology and demonstrate competency in the teaching of epidemiology, epidemiologic research, and/or the practice of epidemiology in ways that promote the use and development of epidemiology. Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine http://www.acvpm.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Epidemiology Specialty Website
Veterinary Anatomic Pathology - Phase l Certification Description Candidates for certification as "Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist" will be examined in General Pathology. Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Pathologists http://www.acvp.org/index.php/en/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes Veterinary Anatomic Pathology - Phase l Website
Veterinary Anatomical Pathology Phase II Certification Description Candidates for certification as Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist will be examined in three areas: (1) Gross Pathology, (2) Microscopic Pathology, and (3) Veterinary Pathology. Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Pathologists http://www.acvp.org/index.php/en/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Veterinary Anatomical Pathology Phase II Website
Veterinary Clinical Pathology - Phase l Certification Description Candidates for certification as "Veterinary Clinical Pathologist" will be examined in (1) General Pathology, (2) Hematology, (3) Clinical Biochemistry, and (4) Cytology-Surgical Pathology (CSP). Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Pathologists http://www.acvp.org/index.php/en/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes Veterinary Clinical Pathology - Phase l Website
Veterinary Clinical Pathology Phase II Certification Description Candidates for certification as Veterinary Clinical Pathologist will be examined in three areas: (1) Hematology, (2) Clinical Biochemistry, and (3) Cytology-Surgical Pathology (CSP). Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Pathologists http://www.acvp.org/index.php/en/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes Veterinary Clinical Pathology Phase II Website
Veterinary Radiation Oncology Certification Description To be eligible for examination and certification as a Diplomate in Veterinary Radiation Oncology, candidates must have training supervised by a Diplomate of the Recognized Specialty of Radiation Oncology in a program that meets the Radiation Oncology Residency Training Program Guidelines established by the Executive Council of the American College of Veterinary Radiology. Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Radiology http://www.acvr.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Veterinary Radiation Oncology Website
Veterinary Radiology Certification Description To be eligible for examination and certification as a Diplomate in Veterinary Radiology, candidates must have training supervised by two ACVR Diplomates in a program that meets the guidelines established by the Executive Council of the American College of Veterinary Radiology. Generally speaking, most candidates entering a three-year residency training program have had prior clinical experience as an intern or in private practice. Upon completion of a residency training program that meets established guidelines, the candidate should be qualified to apply for the certification examination. Certifying Organization American College of Veterinary Radiology http://www.acvr.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes Veterinary Radiology Website

Veterinarians

Certification Description
The Animal Chiropractic Certification Commission (ACCC) of the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association develops standards of care in animal chiropractic, conducts a professional certification program and awards credentials to individuals who meet established criteria and assessments in different modes of care. The purpose of the examination process is to ensure the public and the animal chiropractic profession that those candidates who pass written comprehensive and clinical examinations are suitable for certification in the field of animal chiropractic.

Certifying Organization
American Veterinary Chiropractic Association
http://animalchiropractic.org/default.htm

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No

Animal Chiropractic Certification Website

Board Certification in Veterinary Toxicology

Certification Description
Board certified veterinary toxicologists are a vital link in human and animal health. Veterinary toxicology ranges from biotoxins (natural chemicals produced by plants, animals, bacteria, fungi, and phytoplankton) to the toxic effects of pharmaceuticals, feed additives, radiation, and environmental agents on animals and humans.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Veterinary Toxicology
http://www.abvt.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Board Certification in Veterinary Toxicology Website

Certification in Veterinary Dentistry

Certifying Organization
American Veterinary Dental College
https://www.avdc.org/

Certification in Veterinary Dentistry Website

Certification in Zoological Medicine

Certification Description
ACZM Diplomates serve in responsible positions as zoo and wildlife veterinarians, teachers, researchers, government officials, and administrators of other relevant programs fostering high quality medical care for non-domestic animals and are actively involved in the discovery of new knowledge in the discipline and the dissemination of this knowledge to the veterinary profession and public.

Certifying Organization
American College of Zoological Medicine
http://www.aczm.org

Certification in Zoological Medicine Website

Certified Equine Dental Technician

Certification Description
The certification candidates will be examined in their knowledge of: Gross anatomy - indentification, location and function of bones, muscles, arteries and veins, nerves and salivary glands; tooth structure, principals of mastication, terminology, aging, and dental prophylaxis.

Certifying Organization
International Association of Equine Dentistry
http://www.iaeqd.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Equine Dental Technician Website

Certified Veterinary Practice Manager

Certifying Organization
Veterinary Hospital Managers Association, Inc.
http://www.vhma.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No

Certified Veterinary Practice Manager Website

Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Bacteriology/Mycology

Certification Description
A candidate for Diplomate status must have capabilities extending over the broad area encompassed by microbiology as applied to veterinary medical science. A candidate must be well informed in bacteriology, mycology, virology and immunology, and must be qualified to assume responsibility for the basic and/or applied aspects of veterinary microbiology in research and teaching, or clinical and diagnostic microbiology. A candidate must have knowledge of infectious disease (including the zoonoses) of animals with emphasis in etiology, pathogenesis, transmission, immunity, diagnosis, prevention and control, and is expected to know current literature and modern laboratory techniques.

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Microbiologists
http://www.acvm.us/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Bacteriology/Mycology Website

Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Immunology

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Microbiologists
http://www.acvm.us/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Immunology Website

Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Virology

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Microbiologists
http://www.acvm.us/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists: Virology Website

Diplomate, American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine

Certification Description
ACLAM Diplomates are certified specialists in the field of laboratory animal medicine, a recognized specialty within the veterinary medical profession. They provide medical care and management to a wide variety of animal species used in medical, veterinary medical, and biological research and testing. They have unique qualifications which enable them to serve as valuable members of the research team.

Certifying Organization
American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine
https://www.aclam.org

Diplomate, American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine Website

Diplomate, American College of Theriogenologists

Certifying Organization
American College of Theriogenologists
http://www.theriogenology.org

Diplomate, American College of Theriogenologists Website

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Anesthesiology

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia
http://www.acvaa.org/

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Anesthesiology Website

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology
http://www.acvcp.org

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology Website

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
http://www.acvo.org/

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists Website

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Surgeons
https://www.acvs.org/

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons Website

Epidemiology Specialty

Certification Description
The Epidemiology Specialty is affiliated with the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine. The Specialty recognizes diplomates of the College who have an active interest in epidemiology and demonstrate competency in the teaching of epidemiology, epidemiologic research, and/or the practice of epidemiology in ways that promote the use and development of epidemiology.

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine
http://www.acvpm.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Epidemiology Specialty Website

Veterinary Anatomic Pathology - Phase l

Certification Description
Candidates for certification as "Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist" will be examined in General Pathology.

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Pathologists
http://www.acvp.org/index.php/en/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes

Veterinary Anatomic Pathology - Phase l Website

Veterinary Anatomical Pathology Phase II

Certification Description
Candidates for certification as Veterinary Anatomic Pathologist will be examined in three areas: (1) Gross Pathology, (2) Microscopic Pathology, and (3) Veterinary Pathology.

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Pathologists
http://www.acvp.org/index.php/en/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Veterinary Anatomical Pathology Phase II Website

Veterinary Clinical Pathology - Phase l

Certification Description
Candidates for certification as "Veterinary Clinical Pathologist" will be examined in (1) General Pathology, (2) Hematology, (3) Clinical Biochemistry, and (4) Cytology-Surgical Pathology (CSP).

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Pathologists
http://www.acvp.org/index.php/en/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes

Veterinary Clinical Pathology - Phase l Website

Veterinary Clinical Pathology Phase II

Certification Description
Candidates for certification as Veterinary Clinical Pathologist will be examined in three areas: (1) Hematology, (2) Clinical Biochemistry, and (3) Cytology-Surgical Pathology (CSP).

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Pathologists
http://www.acvp.org/index.php/en/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes

Veterinary Clinical Pathology Phase II Website

Veterinary Radiation Oncology

Certification Description
To be eligible for examination and certification as a Diplomate in Veterinary Radiation Oncology, candidates must have training supervised by a Diplomate of the Recognized Specialty of Radiation Oncology in a program that meets the Radiation Oncology Residency Training Program Guidelines established by the Executive Council of the American College of Veterinary Radiology.

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Radiology
http://www.acvr.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Veterinary Radiation Oncology Website

Veterinary Radiology

Certification Description
To be eligible for examination and certification as a Diplomate in Veterinary Radiology, candidates must have training supervised by two ACVR Diplomates in a program that meets the guidelines established by the Executive Council of the American College of Veterinary Radiology. Generally speaking, most candidates entering a three-year residency training program have had prior clinical experience as an intern or in private practice. Upon completion of a residency training program that meets established guidelines, the candidate should be qualified to apply for the certification examination.

Certifying Organization
American College of Veterinary Radiology
http://www.acvr.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Veterinary Radiology Website

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