Phase I Examination

2024 Phase I Surgical Knowledge Examination

  • April 8, Pearson VUE Test Centers (Americas and Europe)
  • April 9, Pearson VUE Test Centers (Asia and Oceania)

Examination Registration

  • Registration opens: September 2023
  • Registration deadline: October 2023

Examination Materials

Complete materials, fees, and deadlines will be available in September 2023. The 2024 reading lists are now available.

  • 2024 Phase I Surgical Knowledge Examination Information Pamphlet (available September 2023)
  • 2024 Phase I Reading List
    • Large animal changes
      • No changes
    • Small animal changes
      • No changes

 Examination Support

Questions?

Common questions are answered in the Examination FAQ. Address other questions about the Phase I Examination to Lorie Jewell at ljewell@acvs.org or (301) 916-0200 x123.

Future Phase I Examinations

  • 2025: To be determined