The College continues to make progress toward updating training and certification as part of the 2022–2027 ACVS Strategic Plan.
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- The Board of Regents (BOR) has accepted a proposal to develop a new examination structure that will combine the Phase II practical and case-based sections into one examination. A working group was recently formed to fully develop that structure. Given the preparation time required for an examination, the target of implementation for the new format would be 2028.
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- A separate group was recently formed to investigate a different method to deliver a computer-based Phase II examination. Pending a successful evaluation, the group will submit a proposal to the Board of Regents later this year.
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- The Competency Development Working Group has developed a new semi-annual review form for resident training that incorporates domains of the AAVMC Competency-Based Veterinary Education (CBVE®) Competency Framework and Milestones for Specialties. This new assessment method is being piloted in several programs. The working group will collect feedback, make any necessary changes, and submit a proposal to the BOR later this year.
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- The Resident Well-being Working Group is using the data from previous surveys to develop a resource page that will provide content to assist surgery residents throughout their programs. A proposal to the BOR is forthcoming with the goal of making the resource page available in 2026.
