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International Pathway for Veterinarians

International Pathway for Veterinarians

About International Pathway

The Program for the Assessment of Veterinary Education Equivalence (PAVE®) is the pathway for veterinarians who are graduates of international, non-accredited veterinary programs, to practice in the United States and Canada.

PAVE evaluates the education equivalence of these graduates on behalf of participating AAVSB Member Boards.

Check Your Jurisdiction

Confirm your jurisdiction recognizes PAVE.

Eligibility Requirements

Complete Your PAVE application

Understand the requirements and process for submitting your application, including English proficiency

About the Application

Take the Qualifying Science Examination (QSE)

Review the QSE outline, scheduling process, and score reporting

About the QSE

Complete Evaluated Clinical Experience

Understand the requirements and process for completing the evaluated clinical experience requirement

About ECE

Obtain Your PAVE Certificate

Learn how you’ll receive your PAVE certificate

About Your Certificate

Take the NAVLE® and Obtain Your Licensure

Final steps for completing the PAVE program

Obtaining Licensure