Complete Evaluated Clinical Experience
Complete Clinical Proficiency Requirements
You must complete the evaluated clinical experience (ECE) if you are a student or graduate from a non-accredited veterinary school.
In order to complete the ECE, you are required to:
- Enroll in an AVMA accredited veterinary school to complete the same clinical rotations as regularly enrolled students.
- Provide the following information submitted directly from the school before beginning clinical rotations:
- Copy of the acceptance letter from the school.
- ECE School Acknowledgement form signed by the academic dean (or designated representative).
Apply for the Evaluated Clinical Experience
You are responsible for applying to AVMA accredited veterinary school(s) to complete your ECE. Visit the AVMA website to view the full list of accredited programs.
- Once accepted into the program, you must have your school submit an acknowledgment form to [email protected] before your ECE begins.
- You will pay the enrollment fees directly to that school. Enrollment fees are set by each school, so they will vary.
- Refer to the veterinary school’s admission policies for VISA requirements.
- Download and review the PAVE® Standards and Policies for specific ECE information.
AVMA accredited Veterinary Schools
Review the complete listing of AVMA accredited schools. Learn more here.