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

• Sample Questions
• Tips for Taking the ACVS Examinations

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