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| Test your animal welfare assessment skills while learning
about the welfare of backyard goats. In this exercise, you’ll compare two
fictitious scenarios of goats. Use the photos and information provided to
analyze all aspects of the animals’ lives: housing, diet, enrichment,
human-animal interactions, health care and outcomes, social environment, and
behavior. Come away with a deeper understanding of how to assess animal welfare
in general, and goat welfare in particular. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $35
Non-members
This exercise is made possible
through educational funding from Merck Animal Health and Charles
River.
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| Test your animal welfare assessment skills while
learning about the welfare of cheetahs in captivity. Using an exercise
originally presented to participants in the AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment
Contest, you’ll compare two fictitious scenarios of cheetahs in zoos. Learn how
to apply ethical reasoning and critical thinking to analyze all aspects of the
animals’ lives. Come away with a deeper understanding of how to assess animal
welfare in general, and cheetah welfare in particular. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $35
Non-members
This exercise is made possible
through educational funding from Merck Animal Health and Charles
River.
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| Insurance protects our families, careers, businesses,
and ourselves. Explore the various risks that veterinary teams and practices
face, and learn how to protect yourself for the future. Come away understanding
the importance of keeping insurance up to date, and how an annual review to
assess your business and personal coverage can help you determine whether you
need to make any changes. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Veterinary assistants are often underutilized
members of the veterinary healthcare team. Join Janet McConnell, CVT, to learn
about the Approved Veterinary Assistant Program and the role of approved
veterinary assistants on the veterinary care team. 1.0 CE Credit Free for
AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
webinar is developed in partnership with NAVTA and made possible through educational funding from
CareCredit
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Learn about career opportunities in aquatic veterinary
medicine, and the education, skills, and experience needed to enter the field.
Dr. Jessie Sanders, owner of California-based Aquatic Veterinary Services,
discusses the day-to-day work of aquatic veterinarians in private practice and
aquariums, the role of veterinarians in regulating the aquaculture industry, and
common medical cases and challenges.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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Learn to identify the various types of assistance animals, and counsel
clients regarding the selection, needed training, and care of these animals. Dr.
Zenithson Ng, diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners,
discusses what you need to know about assistance animals to better serve clients
and patients, support access to appropriate animals for those with disabilities,
and assist in preventing fraud.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
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| Have you ever considered pursuing a volunteer or
leadership position in the AVMA or other veterinary association? Learn about the
many leadership and volunteer opportunities in organized veterinary medicine. In
this session, panelists share their own experiences, including the personal and
professional rewards they get as volunteers. Come away with a deeper
understanding of why and how you can get involved in the AVMA and your state,
allied, and local veterinary medical associations. Also discover how
associations are encouraging participation by members of historically
underrepresented populations in the profession. This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| In
this 30-minute episode, explore how to harness technology to boost productivity and efficiency
in your hospital or practice. Learn how to analyze and diagnose pain
points that could be impeding productivity and growth in your own practice.
Come away with solutions to these hurdles, and ideas for how to
successfully implement change management and new technology. 0.5 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $15 Non-members
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| Learn how online offerings, like home delivery and
automatic reorder, can help keep clients happy, boost compliance, and
differentiate your practice from competitors. Discover key trends and actionable
opportunities from the most recent Brakke Pet Medicines Home Delivery Study.
0.5 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $15
Non-members
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| Discover the mindset of new veterinarians on the use of
technology in clinical practice, and their expectations as they enter the
profession. 0.5 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $15
Non-members
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| Humanely ending the lives of animals is one of the
most difficult, but necessary, tasks for veterinarians to oversee. During times
of crisis or major catastrophe, depopulation of affected animals may sometimes
be the most ethical and compassionate action to take. Dr. Steven Leary, chair of
the AVMA panel that wrote AVMA’s first Guidelines for the Depopulation of
Animals, gives an overview of this important guidance document released in 2019.
Dr. Leary illustrates how the guidelines can help veterinarians in any area of
medicine - from shelter medicine to agriculture, companion-animal practice,
zoos, public health, and beyond – determine a course of action when the
difficult decision to depopulate has been made.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members
$25
Non-members
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| The AVMA Guidelines for the Humane Slaughter of Animals
offer best practices for humanely ending the lives of animals raised for food or
fiber. Explore changes made to the most recent edition of the guidelines,
released in September 2024. .50 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $15
Non-members
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| Discover ways to increase your awareness and develop
solutions for events that may be encountered before, during, and after a
disaster or animal health emergency. This session satisfies core competency 3 of AVMA’s
Veterinary First Responder Certificate Program. It originally was presented at
AVMA Convention 2023. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Discover the principles of biosecurity and animal welfare that may be
required in dealing with animals in a disaster or animal health emergency. This session satisfies core competency 5 of AVMA’s Veterinary First Responder
Certificate Program. It originally was presented at AVMA Convention
2023. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| This course increases practice owners’ and veterinary
teams’ knowledge of business insurance coverages needed to fully protect a
practice. Join a representative from the AVMA Trust for a discussion about
insurance coverages that are pertinent to property, general, and
employee-related liability. Come away with a deeper understanding of what’s
really needed for your practice. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Learn about career opportunities in the field of disaster veterinary medicine
and what you can expect if you want to assist in disaster recovery and response
efforts. Dr. Warren Hess, an assistant director in the AVMA Division of Animal
and Public Health, discusses the important role of veterinarians in emergency
preparedness, response, and recovery. Participants also will learn how to help
clients prepare for and respond to a disaster. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar is developed in partnership with
the AVMA Veterinary Career Center
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| Explore veterinary career options in research
administration, research compliance, regulatory compliance, and research
integrity. Dr. Stacy Pritt, a nationally recognized authority on animal program
regulatory compliance, discusses what regulatory compliance veterinarians
typically do, what qualifications veterinarians bring to these roles, available
certification opportunities, and how to apply for these positions. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
This webinar is developed in partnership with the AVMA Veterinary
Career Center
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Learn about opportunities in your community to help
human hospice and palliative care pet owners keep and care for their pets.
Dianne McGill, founder of Pet Peace of Mind, and Drs. Bob Lester and Mia Cary
discuss the organizations involved in this work and how you can become involved
with local hospice and elder care programs in your community. You’ll learn about
the gap in services available to this population and practical ways you can
help.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Civility in the workplace requires trust, respect, and consideration for
others. Examine the importance of workplace civility and how early family
dynamics and experiences shape our and our colleagues’ workplace behaviors.
Learn about direct and indirect costs of workplace incivility, and the risk
factors that contribute to it. Come away with practical strategies that can be
applied at the individual, team, and organizational levels to promote civility
in your workplace. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Animal drugs compounded from bulk drug substances aren’t
FDA-approved, but the FDA recognizes that they can serve an important medical
need for animal patients. Join FDA veterinarian Dr. Amber McCoig, for an
overview of the FDA’s final guidance on compounding animal drugs from bulk drug
substances and its policies that impact veterinarians and veterinary teams. .50 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for
Non-members
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| There are many exit strategies for practice
owners who don’t want to sell to a consolidator. To maximize financial success,
it’s important to know your options and be aware of key considerations such as
practice value drivers. In this webinar, you’ll discover a wide range of
strategies to put an exiting owner on firm financial footing while also
providing for ongoing veterinary ownership of the practice. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
webinar is made possible through educational funding from
Merck/VMG
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| Employment agreements have become ubiquitous in
veterinary medicine, but also, they are becoming more onerous for associate
veterinarians. In this twenty-minute on-demand webinar, we will discuss the
common mistakes, myths, and misunderstandings in contract law as it pertains to
veterinary associates. This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for Non-members This on-demand webinar is developed in collaboration with the
AVMA Veterinary Career Center and drip.vet a part of the VIN
Family
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| Learn the essential elements of an emergency/disaster
business continuity plan and how to create – or improve – one for your practice.
Dr. Warren Hess, an assistant director in AVMA’s Division of Animal and Public
Health, explains how emergency planning improves business resilience and can
enable your practice to keep operating during an emergency.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
This webinar is supported by the American Veterinary Medical
Foundation
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| Explore the importance of disease reporting for veterinary
first responders. Learn how to report and respond to zoonotic, transboundary,
and foreign animal diseases (FADs), and how to mitigate potential impacts on
human and environmental health. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Discover the various roles veterinarians can play in
organizational and community response plans during a disaster or animal health
emergency. Understand how veterinary first responders can be involved within the
incident management hierarchy and established chain of command. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Understand the potential impact of different types of
disasters and animal health emergencies on FEMA’s seven “community lifelines.”
Using a case example from Hurricane Maria’s impact on Puerto Rico, this course
explores how significant interruption of each lifeline can impact animal health
response. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Learn how diversity, marginalization and
intersectionality relate to the veterinary profession. Dr. Lisa M. Greenhill,
senior director for institutional research and diversity at the Association of
American Veterinary Colleges (AAVMC), discusses what intersectionality means and
explores the notion that discrimination never exists in isolation. Participants
will come away learning new ways to reduce discrimination in their work
environments and surrounding communities. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for Non-members
This
webinar is made possible through educational funding from Royal
Canin
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| Artificial intelligence and machine learning are
emerging technologies likely to change how we practice veterinary medicine. In
this session, you’ll learn about key regulatory differences between AI in
veterinary medicine and human medicine, and come away with a deeper
understanding of the ethical and legal ramifications of AI for veterinary
medicine. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Veterinary professionals have a unique opportunity to
advocate for ethical and sustainable sourcing of pet dogs. Learn about the most
common sources of pet dogs, the risks of dog importation, and the role that
animal welfare plays in where people get their dogs. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
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| Discover the controlled substance regulations that all
veterinary professionals should know about. Learn useful ideas for establishing
compliance within different types of practices. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| This webinar will help participants better understand
the information on FDA-approved drug labels, particularly in the post-approval
experience section. Presenters will share findings from a 2019 survey of AVMA
and NAVTA members on how drug labels are used and understood. They'll also
explain how the findings can help improve the way a product’s safety information
is conveyed. Come away knowing how to make more informed decisions about
medication and product safety. This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Discover what tactics a drug-seeking client might use to
divert drugs in your practice. Learn the signs to spot potentially concerning
behavior. Discover how regulatory compliance can help you prevent
diversion. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| New and emerging technologies are reshaping life in
veterinary practice and transforming how we deliver veterinary care. Dr. Rob
Trimble, veterinary entrepreneur, explores some of these new technologies and
the driving forces behind them. Discover what’s on the horizon and come away
with an action plan to prepare yourself, your team, and your business for the
future. Buckle up, the future’s going to be a wild ride! 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Emotional blackmail is a form of manipulation used to
coerce people into doing what someone else wants. Join AVMA’s director of
wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion initiatives to understand the cycle of
manipulation, submission, and resentment, that characterizes emotional
blackmail. Identify underlying triggers for emotional blackmail, recognize what
makes us vulnerable to them, and come away with strategies to disrupt this
manipulative behavior. Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar is made possible through educational funding from
Zoetis
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| Employment laws affect the day-to-day work of our
practices and employees, especially those team members responsible for human
resource management. Compliance with these laws is imperative to minimize risk,
and avoid fines and penalties. It’s also key to creating a respectful work
environment and retaining talented employees. The entire leadership
team—practice owners, managers, administrators, and supervisors—must know and
understand employment laws, and be ready to recognize when action is needed to
correct noncompliance. In this webinar, learn how to ensure your organization is
in compliance. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Discover the biggest trends and economic outlook in the
equine veterinary profession, including education, employment, and services.
This webinar draws on information from the AVMA Graduating Senior Survey, AVMA
Census of Veterinarians, AVMA/AAEP Equine Efficiency Survey, and the 2024
AVMA/AAEP Report on The Economic State of the Equine Veterinary Profession. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| The most common and costly equine malpractice claims
involve buyer complaints related to prepurchase examinations (PPE). Learn how to
minimize complaints related to allegations of veterinary negligence during a
prepurchase exam. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Leaving money to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) from your will
or trust is a way to have a lasting impact on the veterinary
profession nationwide. In this brief webinar, you’ll learn basic information about estate planning and how
you can donate to the AVMF via a gift from your will or trust.
This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free
for Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the American
Veterinary Medical Foundation.
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| In this brief webinar, licensed CPA and attorney
Jeff Conrad discusses ways to give from your IRA to the American Veterinary
Medical Foundation, either during your lifetime or by creating a legacy. You’ll
also learn about two ways people support charities via their IRA or retirement
accounts. This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free
for Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the American
Veterinary Medical Foundation.
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| Learn about euthanasia and depopulation techniques, and appropriate disposal
options, for various animal species that may be required in a disaster or animal
health emergency. This session satisfies core competency 7 of AVMA’s Veterinary First Responder
Certificate Program. It originally was presented at AVMA Convention 2023.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| The AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of
Animals offer best practices for humanely ending animals’ lives when necessary.
Since they were first published in 1963, the globally-recognized guidelines have
undergone regular review to keep up to date with scientific changes. Join Dr.
Steven Leary, chair of the AVMA Panels on Euthanasia, Humane Slaughter and
Depopulation, for an overview of changes made in 2020 and how they impact
you. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Learn about various forms of euthanasia in companion
animals and equids. First, examine the challenges and benefits of using
intraorgan injections to perform euthanasia in companion animals. Then, review
equine euthanasia methods aside from the use of barbiturates, including
intravenous potassium and magnesium salts, intracardiac potassium chloride, and
intrathecal lidocaine. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| In this two-part session, examine end-of-life care issues
and considerations that go into the decision to euthanize zoo animals. First,
learn about multimodal therapies that can provide relief from discomfort while
preserving animals’ quality of life, and explore animal welfare tools that help
caretakers and veterinarians assess when euthanasia is appropriate. Then,
explore the ethics, politics, and considerations that impact how animal breeding
and culling decisions are made. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| In this two-part session, learn about non-inhalant
euthanasia methods and the importance of supporting caregivers who perform
euthanasia and other difficult tasks. This webinar is based on presentations
given at the 2018 Humane Endings Symposium. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| In this two-part session, learn about the use of
carbon dioxide (CO2) as a euthanasia agent, as well as a variety of on-farm
killing methods. First, examine the humaneness, practicality, and utility of CO2
standards for small rodents. Then, evaluate various on-farm killing methods for
commercial meat rabbits, including blunt force trauma, mechanical cervical
dislocation, a non-penetrating captive bolt device (NPCB), and gradual- and
fast-fill chamber exposure to CO2. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Discover career opportunities on the industry side of
veterinary medicine. Veterinarian and business consultant Dr. Karen Felsted, and
executive search consultant Stacy Pursell, discuss how to find the right job,
make a successful transition, and thrive in a corporate career. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Learn the inner workings of a career in veterinary
forensics, and the education, skills, and experience necessary to enter this
field of veterinary practice. Dr. Melinda Merck, a forensic veterinarian and
owner of Veterinary Forensics Consulting in Austin, Texas, discusses her
experiences working with investigators of animal cruelty and crime scene
investigation in this unique field. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Over the past decade, fungal infections in both animals
and people have become an increasing public health concern. In this webinar,
veterinary experts delve into the topic of emerging fungal infections, including
cat-transmitted sporotrichosis, dermatophytosis, histoplasmosis, and more. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for Non-members This webinar was developed by the AVMA in collaboration with an
educational partner: the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC).
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| Learn how GFI #256 applies to companion animal
veterinarians in your day-to-day work, including compounding drugs in the
clinic, ordering compounded medications for an individual patient, and keeping
compounded drugs on the shelf as office stock. Come away with a practical
understanding of the guidance as it pertains to you and your team. 0.5 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $15
Non-members
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| Learn how to navigate difficult conversations with
clients. Come away with a plan to calm your worries, prepare your talking
points, and deliver bad news effectively and compassionately. This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the My Veterinary
Life
podcast
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| Explore the benefits of a mentor relationship and learn
how you can get the most out of your experience as a mentee. Come away with a
plan to bring a structured mentorship program to your practice, and learn how to
get—and give—the most in this valuable relationship. This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the My Veterinary
Life podcast
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| Join AVMA representatives and a veterinary student for a
discussion of how to handle potential complaints against your veterinary
license. Follow along as the presenters work through the subjective, objective,
and assessment of the “case.” Come away with a plan to handle specific
situations and sail more smoothly through your veterinary career. This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the My Veterinary
Life podcast
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| Join representatives from AVMA staff and a current
veterinary student for a discussion of how to respond to difficult work
situations and teammates who challenge us. Follow along with presenters as they
use the grand rounds format to work through the subjective, objective, and
assessment of the “case.” Come away with a plan to handle specific situations
and sail more smoothly through your early years after graduation. This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with My Veterinary Life
podcast
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| Learn about the biology of the honeybee, diseases that
affect honeybees, possible treatments or controls for common diseases, and the
role veterinarians may play in the apiary. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Learn how the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s
Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) applies to honeybees, and the regulations that
beekeepers, bee suppliers, and veterinarians must follow when using medically
important antibiotics to treat bee colonies. Explore the veterinary needs of the
bee industry, including the transition from over-the-counter to prescription bee
medications. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Saving for retirement is a crucial part of financial
planning. Learn about major changes in retirement law that make it an ideal time
for practices to implement retirement saving programs. Whether you’re an owner,
manager, or other team member, discover how your practice can leverage tax
incentives to meet the standard of care for supporting employee retirement
savings. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Veterinary technicians are an integral part of
the healthcare team. Utilizing them fully can improve patient care, make
workloads more manageable, boost team wellbeing, and increase practice revenue.
In this webinar you’ll discover what optimal utilization of technicians can look
like, and explore how your practice measures up against other practices and
current standards. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA
Members $25 Non-members This
webinar is developed in partnership with NAVTA and
made possible through educational funding from CareCredit
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| Discover truths and myths about the science of the human-animal bond. Explore
the latest research in anthrozoology, the study of human-animal interactions,
which explores fundamental questions regarding why people like animals, how
animals perceive people, and whether animals really help people live longer,
happier, healthier lives. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 for Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with
CareCredit
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| Inefficiencies remain a concern in the veterinary
industry. An overinvestment in labor or excess capacity in space could be
detrimental to productivity and efficiency. Another source of inefficiency
that has not received particular attention is inefficiencies from inventory
management. Join two veterinary business experts as they discuss the role that
inventory optimization, inventory KPIs, and technology plays in improving
inventory efficiency. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This on-demand webinar was developed with educational partner
CareCredit
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| AVMA is committed to enhancing diversity, equity, and
inclusion (DEI) throughout the veterinary profession. Making that happen
requires a community effort. The Journey for Teams program, created by the AVMA in
conjunction with the Veterinary Medical Association Executives (VMAE), gives
every member of the veterinary community a pathway to foster DEI in our
workplaces. It’s a comprehensive and collaborative program that engages and
empowers individual members of every veterinary team to build support and
understanding of DEI from the ground up.
Modules included in Volume 1:
The Power of Diversity Unconscious Bias Psychological Safety
Microaggressions 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members Journey for Teams, developed by the AVMA in
collaboration with the Veterinary Medical Association Executives, is generously
supported by many industry partners. Collaborating partners: National
Association of Veterinary Technicians in America; Veterinary Hospital Managers
Association; Educational partners - Trailblazers: Boehringer Ingelheim; Mars
Veterinary Health; Nationwide; NAVC; National Veterinary Associates; Petco;
Viticus Group; Zoetis; Educational partners - Adventurers: CareCredit;
Hill's Pet Nutrition; Merck Animal Health;
Suveto
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| AVMA is committed to enhancing diversity, equity, and
inclusion (DEI) throughout the veterinary profession. Making that happen
requires a community effort. The Journey for Teams program, created by the AVMA in
conjunction with the Veterinary Medical Association Executives (VMAE), gives
every member of the veterinary community a pathway to foster DEI in our
workplaces. It’s a comprehensive and collaborative program that engages and
empowers individual members of every veterinary team to build support and
understanding of DEI from the ground up.
Modules included in Volume 2:
Brave Spaces The Art of Retention The Art of Recruitment Client
Communications through a DEI Lens 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members Journey for Teams, developed by the AVMA in
collaboration with the Veterinary Medical Association Executives, is generously
supported by many industry partners. Collaborating partners: National
Association of Veterinary Technicians in America; Veterinary Hospital Managers
Association; Educational partners - Trailblazers: Boehringer Ingelheim; Mars
Veterinary Health; Nationwide; NAVC; National Veterinary Associates; Petco;
Viticus Group; Zoetis; Educational partners - Adventurers: CareCredit;
Hill's Pet Nutrition; Merck Animal Health;
Suveto
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| AVMA is committed to enhancing diversity, equity, and
inclusion (DEI) throughout the veterinary profession. Making that happen
requires a community effort. The Journey for Teams program, created by the AVMA in
conjunction with the Veterinary Medical Association Executives (VMAE), gives
every member of the veterinary community a pathway to foster DEI in our
workplaces. It’s a comprehensive and collaborative program that engages and
empowers individual members of every veterinary team to build support and
understanding of DEI from the ground up.
Modules included in Volume 3:
Religious Diversity Pathway Development in Veterinary Medicine
Accessibility in the Workplace Cultural Responsiveness in Veterinary
Medicine
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members Journey for Teams, developed by the AVMA in
collaboration with the Veterinary Medical Association Executives, is generously
supported by many industry partners. Collaborating partners: National
Association of Veterinary Technicians in America; Veterinary Hospital Managers
Association; Educational partners - Trailblazers: Boehringer Ingelheim; Mars
Veterinary Health; Nationwide; NAVC; National Veterinary Associates; Petco;
Viticus Group; Zoetis; Educational partners - Adventurers: CareCredit;
Hill's Pet Nutrition; Merck Animal Health;
Suveto
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| AVMA is committed to enhancing diversity, equity, and
inclusion (DEI) throughout the veterinary profession. Making that happen
requires a community effort. The Journey for Teams program, created by the AVMA in
conjunction with the Veterinary Medical Association Executives (VMAE), gives
every member of the veterinary community a pathway to foster DEI in our
workplaces. It’s a comprehensive and collaborative program that engages and
empowers individual members of every veterinary team to build support and
understanding of DEI from the ground up.
Modules included in Volume 4:
Embracing Gender Diversity: Exploring Gender Identity Allyship
Understanding Generational Diversity Neurodiversity 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members Journey for Teams, developed by the AVMA in
collaboration with the Veterinary Medical Association Executives, is generously
supported by many industry partners. Collaborating partners: National
Association of Veterinary Technicians in America; Veterinary Hospital Managers
Association; Educational partners - Trailblazers: Boehringer Ingelheim; Mars
Veterinary Health; Nationwide; NAVC; National Veterinary Associates; Petco;
Viticus Group; Zoetis; Educational partners - Adventurers: CareCredit;
Hill's Pet Nutrition; Merck Animal Health;
Suveto
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| Hear the leadership journeys of two veterinarians, and
use their stories to examine your own leadership goals and map a course to
success. Drs. Katie Ebers and Jananne O'Connell, participants in the AVMA Future
Leaders Program, share the challenges they've faced and overcome on their
leadership journeys, and lessons and skills learned along the way. They also
reveal how their ideas of leadership evolved as their roles and objectives
changed. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| The veterinary profession has witnessed profound change
over the past decades, caused by a variety of factors. To cope and thrive with
these changes, we must rely on our greatest asset: people. Join two veterinary
business experts for a discussion of how an effective, efficient, and
well-trained team is essential to reaching your organization’s common goals.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
This on-demand webinar is made possible through educational
funding from CareCredit
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| Lean is a management philosophy based on
scientific principles and aimed at providing greater value to the client with
more efficiency, better resource utilization, and increased employee engagement.
Join veterinarian and writer Dr. Chip Ponsford and internationally-recognized
management consultant Mark Graban to learn about lean philosophy and how you can
implement it in your veterinary practice. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Real self-care is an ongoing process that requires
decision-making, boundary setting, self-compassion, and living a life aligned
with your beliefs and values. Learn essential tools and skills for boundary
setting—one of the pillars of real self-care. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
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| Making a commitment to diversity and inclusion in
veterinary medicine—as in life—requires levels of engagement that may be
discomforting. Breaking through our comfort zones can be one of the biggest
barriers to advancing change in our environments. Join Lisa Greenhill, Ed.D.,
senior director for institutional research and diversity at the Association of
American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC), to discover activities that can
help you move from your personal comfort zone to a brave space, allowing you to
advance diversity and inclusion initiatives in your workplace. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free Non-members This
webinar is made possible through educational funding from Royal
Canin
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| Learn steps you and your veterinary team can take
to comply with federal regulations for controlled substances. Dr. Lauren
Forsythe, pharmacy director at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching
Hospital, discusses practical applications of federal compliance and how you can
handle common areas of difficulty that may arise. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
webinar is made possible through educational funding from
Zomedica
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| Learn how to protect people, patients, and the practice
when hosting a veterinary student externship or other volunteer opportunity.
Join the AVMA Trust for a discussion of risk-management considerations and how
to protect your practice. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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Explore the role you can play in creating a culture of
wellbeing in the workplace and your personal life. Dr. Jen Brandt, AVMA’s
director of wellbeing and inclusion initiatives, discusses the many components
of wellbeing and specific ways you can make a difference in your and your
colleagues' personal and professional wellbeing.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| My Veterinary Life Podcast shares stories from across the veterinary
profession. Listeners will hear first-hand how guests got to where they are
today and trust us, it is not always a straight line and often includes some
challenges. The hosts, Drs. Anna Reddish and Marci Kirk will discuss with guests
how they overcame these challenges and what lessons they learned along the way.
They will also dig into what the guests are passionate about and what drives
them in veterinary medicine. Through these light-hearted, often hilarious
stories, listeners will better understand what is possible in the veterinary
profession. This podcast will explore the amazing world of veterinary medicine
and what you can do with a veterinary degree. The goal of this show is that the
audience leaves feeling positive and hopeful about the future of veterinary
medicine and encouraged to live their veterinary life to the fullest. 0.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for
Non-members
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| My Veterinary Life Podcast shares stories from across
the veterinary profession. Listeners will hear first-hand how guests got to
where they are today and trust us, it is not always a straight line and often
includes some challenges. The hosts, Drs. Anna Reddish and Marci Kirk will
discuss with guests how they overcame these challenges and what lessons they
learned along the way. They will also dig into what the guests are passionate
about and what drives them in veterinary medicine. Through these light-hearted,
often hilarious stories, listeners will better understand what is possible in
the veterinary profession. This podcast will explore the amazing world of
veterinary medicine and what you can do with a veterinary degree. The goal of
this show is that the audience leaves feeling positive and hopeful about the
future of veterinary medicine and encouraged to live their veterinary life to
the fullest. 0.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for
Non-Members
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| My Veterinary Life Podcast shares stories from across the veterinary
profession. Listeners will hear first-hand how guests got to where they are
today and trust us, it is not always a straight line and often includes some
challenges. The hosts, Drs. Anna Reddish and Marci Kirk will discuss with guests
how they overcame these challenges and what lessons they learned along the way.
They will also dig into what the guests are passionate about and what drives
them in veterinary medicine. Through these light-hearted, often hilarious
stories, listeners will better understand what is possible in the veterinary
profession. This podcast will explore the amazing world of veterinary medicine
and what you can do with a veterinary degree. The goal of this show is that the
audience leaves feeling positive and hopeful about the future of veterinary
medicine and encouraged to live their veterinary life to the fullest. 0.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for
Non-Members
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| Join two veterinary nutritionists as they discuss the
importance of educating pet owners to make informed decisions about their pets’
food. Learn how to involve the entire healthcare team in performing a nutrition
assessment. Explore the Pet Nutrition Alliance’s (PNA) Dare to Ask tool and how
to use it in practice. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the Pet Nutrition
Alliance and made possible through educational funding from Pets Best Pet Health
Insurance and the American Veterinary Medical
Foundation.
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| Learn how to make your veterinary team the preferred
nutrition resource for your clients. Discover the ins and outs of implementing a
nutrition management program in your practice, including how to collect
nutrition history, promote proper nutrition, demonstrate the behaviors that
support healthy diet, and make personalized recommendations that meet the needs
of each patient. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for Non-members This
webinar was developed in partnership with the Pet Nutrition Alliance and made
possible through educational funding from Pets Best Pet Health Insurance and the
American Veterinary Medical Foundation
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| Onboarding new team members is a crucial part of the
hiring process that can have a strong impact on employee retention. Learn how to
bring intentional onboarding to your organization, focusing on the employee
experience and retention. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Compare drug diversion statistics and trends in human
healthcare with trends in veterinary medicine. Learn about some of the
regulatory attempts that have been made to address drug diversion within
veterinary practices. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Pet insurance helps your clients say “yes” to
your Plan A treatment recommendation. This webinar will help your team have
quality conversations with clients to communicate the benefits of pet insurance
and assist them in making choices that are right for their situation. Learn what
research studies tell us about the importance of pet insurance, and discover
best practices – including where, when, and how your hospital team can most
effectively educate clients about insurance for their pet. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Professional liability insurance is essential to protect
you from malpractice claims and board complaints. Learn about the risks
veterinary professionals face in daily practice, recommended insurance coverage
for different roles, and preventive measures you can take to decrease the chance
of facing a professional liability or board complaint.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust.
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| Learn strategies and practical steps you can take
to prevent cyberbullying attacks and protect your online reputation. From
managing your social media feeds to attracting positive reviews, this webinar
will provide actionable steps to safeguard your reputation in the digital age.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
webinar is made possible through educational funding from AVMA Member
Edge
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| Learn about the mental and emotional toll that
depopulation and mass euthanasia can take on veterinary professionals, and how
support from colleagues can help them recover. Hear from veterinarians with
firsthand involvement in depopulation and mass euthanasia of sheep, cattle,
pigs, poultry, and laboratory animals. Gain a deeper understanding of the mental
and emotional burden that often accompanies these events, and the importance of
supporting our veterinary colleagues during these difficult circumstances.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| When rabies enters a veterinary clinic, it prompts
several liability concerns. This webinar examines a rabies case in the
veterinary practice setting and details potential exposures that can trigger
multiple types of insurance needs. Learn best practices to reduce liability and
which types of coverage you need to ensure your practice is protected in the
event of a rabies exposure. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust.
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| Board-certified veterinary nutritionist Dr.
Deborah Linder leads a discussion on client communication strategies about raw
meat-based diets. Learn about owner motivations for choosing raw meat diets and
how you can incorporate these motivations in your discussions with your clients.
Dr. Linder shares best practices for obtaining and providing timely information
to clients, and case examples demonstrating how educated owners are better
equipped to make informed decision about their pets. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| When we’re prepared for emergencies, we can
significantly reduce their impact on our practices. Theft and fraud, online
reputation crises, and natural disasters are just a few examples. Having a
readiness and resilience plan in place can help prevent unexpected events from
escalating into major business disruptions. In this webinar, learn why readiness
planning is so important, and how to create a customized plan for your practice. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Relief veterinary medicine allows flexibility, variety,
and even travel. Join relief veterinarian Dr. Cindy Trice to learn the benefits
and challenges of this underutilized and underrepresented area of veterinary
medicine. Gain a realistic picture of the career path, technical aspects of
setting up your own relief practice, and unique skills required to thrive in
this niche. If you’re already a practicing relief veterinarian, learn how to
elevate your services to provide outstanding support to clinics. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
webinar is developed in partnership with the AVMA Veterinary Career
Center
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| Join Transamerica and the AVMA Trust to learn about the AVMA Trust Retirement
Plan. Explore features and benefits of the program and find out how you and your
team can start saving for the future today. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| While we can’t always predict or control everything that
happens in veterinary practice, we can prepare for the unexpected and plan how
to respond. Discover key steps you can take to avoid common risk management
pitfalls as you start your veterinary journey. Learn how to protect yourself and
your career right from day one. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
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| Rudeness at work can hurt us in many ways. It can harm our emotional and
physical health, and negatively impact our organizations. Explore why rudeness
in the workplace is on the rise, how we can address poor behavior, and why
solutions aimed at trying to control other people’s behaviors generally aren’t
effective. Come away with evidence-based strategies for preventing and diffusing
displaced anger in the veterinary workplace. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
This webinar is supported through educational funding from Merck
Animal Health
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Discover the benefits of lean management, and learn how
to implement it in your practice. Veterinarian and writer Dr. Chip Ponsford and
management consultant Mark Graban discuss how lean management can help you
provide greater value to your clients with more efficiency, better resource
utilization, and increased employee engagement.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Learn how to make your practice run more
efficiently. Frederic Ouedraogo, Ph.D., an assistant director of economics at
the AVMA, discusses what an efficient veterinary practice looks like and
techniques to improve or maintain efficiencies in your practice. Discover areas
where inefficiencies sometimes arise, such as mismanagement of staff and use of
inappropriate or outdated technologies. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
webinar is made possible through educational funding from Merck Animal
Health/VMG
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| Explore common personality traits of veterinary
professionals, and current trends and challenges in the veterinary profession
that can impact wellbeing. Participants will gain insight into their personal
and professional tendencies, and come away with tools and ideas to implement a
self-compassion practice into their lives. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| This webinar meets Illinois requirements for sexual
harassment prevention training and is provided by the AVMA and AVMA Trust for
all veterinary professionals. Understand why sexual harassment prevention
training is important, implications of sexual harassment in the workplace, and
employer responsibilities. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Sexual harassment is not acceptable in any form, and it
extracts a steep cost from both the person targeted and the practice or
organization where they work. Building a safe and harassment-free workplace is a
team effort, and it starts at the top. This training webinar increases awareness
of the impact of sexual harassment in the workplace and provides risk management
information, resources, and tools for all veterinary professionals. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Many of the protocols veterinary practices put in place
during COVID-19 were essential to comply with regulations and protect our teams
and clients. Now, as we continue to evolve, we need to evaluate these protocols
and understand how they have impacted our operating systems and, in some cases,
led to decreased efficiency. In this webinar, you’ll examine all components of
the production chain, identify common sources of inefficiencies, and come away
with recommendations to restore efficiency and enhance profitability.
This is the first webinar in a two-part series exploring strategies to
improve practice efficiency.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
on-demand webinar is made possible through educational funding
from CareCredit
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| USP General Chapter <797> Pharmaceutical
Compounding—Sterile Preparations applies to all sterile compounding done in a
human or veterinary practice setting. In this session, learn the standards
necessary to compound sterile preparations under Categories 1, 2, and
3. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| A key part of starting a new job is integrating into a
new team. Learn strategies for making the transition as smooth and successful as
possible. Discover best practices for building healthy, long-term relationships
with colleagues; advocating for your professional needs; managing conflict with
teammates; and thriving as a mentee. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| In this presentation, students learn how to identify
clinical experiences and protect themselves—in terms of both physical safety and
professional liability—while participating. Discover how SAVMA membership can
help you make the most of your clinical experience. This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free
for Non-members
This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Learn the latest research and perspectives on suicide
prevention. You’ll discover current communication-based challenges to suicide
prevention efforts, and action steps you can take today to promote hope and
communicate about suicide prevention safely and effectively. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for Non-members
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| Learn about systemic challenges to suicide prevention
and which approaches are more effective in reducing the probability of suicidal
behaviors. Discover an exercise for rediscovering your reasons for living and
come away with steps we can take together to help create lives worth living.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for Non-members
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| Delve into the latest research on suicide and its causes with experts from
the AVMA and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC).
Learn the importance of using culturally appropriate, evidence-based strategies
to promote mental health, prevent suicide, and intervene in a mental health
crisis.
This course is not available for CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA
Members Free for Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the
AAVMC
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| If you don't have time to do it once, when will you have
time to do it again? Way too frequently in practice, mistakes are made
leading to tasks having to be done again. In some cases, mistakes can lead
to the loss of money, a client, or worse yet, the loss of a pet. Systems,
processes, and checklists will help create a consistent and predictable manner
by which the most common tasks are done within a business. From an
efficiency standpoint, getting it right the first time has a huge impact not
only financially but on the overall feeling within the practice. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This on-demand webinar was developed with educational partner
CareCredit
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| Do you sometimes feel like you and your I.T.
professional speak two different languages? Join two veterinary-centric I.T.
strategists to learn ways to effectively communicate your practice’s technology
needs and challenges. Discover how a clear technology strategy
and collaborative mindset can help improve efficiency, boost team
morale, increase profitability, and ultimately mean fewer headaches for
everyone. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Learn how to have effective conversations with clients
around cost of care. Discover words and phrases that will empower pet owners to
talk about cost, and to explore flexible treatment and payment options with
their veterinary care team. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed with educational
partners Care Credit and Pets
Best
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| Learn language to connect meaningfully with pet owners to
improve compliance, enhance patient care, and drive your business forward. This
interactive training explores the most effective language you can use to
communicate the why, what, and how of veterinary care. Gain awareness into the
mindset of pet owners regarding the value of veterinary care, and come away
knowing the right language to articulate the value of your practice. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
training webinar is
a component of the AVMA’s Language of Veterinary Care Initiative, made possible
in part by educational funding from CareCredit and Pets Best Pet
Health Insurance. Click here
to learn
more about the webinar.
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| Veterinary team retention improves when we
support connections that bring team members together. Social, professional and
community connections build bonds within the team and increase job satisfaction.
Mentoring and in-hospital training also are important to build trust, which is
foundational to a fulfilling career and also increases productivity and
efficiency. Join this webinar to learn practical actions you can take to
increase team retention. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members This
webinar is developed in partnership with NAVTA and made
possible through educational funding from CareCredit
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| Learn how to use AVMA’s telehealth guidelines to introduce or expand
telehealth in your practice. Gain an overview of the laws and regulations
pertaining to veterinary telehealth, and the many options to consider when
delivering telehealth services. Review definitions of services, possible
workflows, potential uses of telehealth, and ways to monetize telehealth
visits. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Learn how the 4 Ps of positive leadership (psychological
safety, purpose, path, and partnership) can enhance the work environment,
improve individual team members’ workplace experience, and increase employee
retention. Presenters share results of a 2023 leadership study and discuss how
to put the 4 Ps of positive leadership to practice in your workplace.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
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| Learn about the One Health movement and the important
role of veterinarians in advancing it. Dr. Jonna Mazet, professor and
executive director of the One Health Institute at the UC Davis School of
Veterinary Medicine, discusses how veterinarians are involved in One Health; how
to apply a One Health approach to global problem solving and to your own job;
and career opportunities in this field. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is an independent
organization that sets pharmaceutical standards that apply to both human and
veterinary medicine. Learn about the three USP General Chapters most pertinent
to compounding in veterinary medicine: <795> Pharmaceutical
Compounding-Nonsterile Preparations; <797> Pharmaceutical
Compounding-Sterile Preparations; and <800> Hazardous Drugs-Handling in
Healthcare Settings. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Board-certified veterinary nutritionist Dr.
Deborah Linder discusses the benefits and risks of raw meat-based diets. Learn
about owner motivations for choosing a raw diet for their pet, and clinical
recommendations clients should be aware of. Dr. Linder also shares peer-reviewed
studies about human and animal health risks associated with raw diets, and
recommends protocols for ensuring staff and animal safety when treating a pet
who may have consumed contaminated food. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Learn how you can leverage data to gain insight
into your patients, clients, and business. Dr. Kerri Marshall, chief veterinary
officer of BabelBark, discusses what “big data” means and how it can help you
discover patterns and trends in your clients’ behavior to make better treatment
and business decisions. She explores how you can harness data to expand
telehealth opportunities in your practice, build deeper relationships with
clients, and deliver more personalized patient care. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
webinar is made possible through educational funding from
Zomedica
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| Unconscious bias is something that affects
everyone. We all have it – because it’s a function of brain efficiency, coupled
with personal values and lived experience. Explore the science of bias and learn
how it shows up in our personal and group decision-making in ways that may
unintentionally limit opportunities and exclude talented team members. Identify
concrete ways to limit the negative impact of bias in decision-making. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members Free for Non-members This
webinar is made possible by educational funding from Royal
Canin
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| Learn about career opportunities in
undergraduate education teaching. Dr. Jane Davis, veterinarian and biology
professor, discusses whether an undergraduate teaching position might be an
appropriate alternative or supplement to veterinary practice. She addresses the
unique skills and commitments required for a career in undergraduate education,
and the satisfaction that can come from a joint career in veterinary medicine
and education. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar is developed in partnership with the AVMA
Veterinary Career Center
and is made possible through educational funding from
Zomedica
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| In the tens of thousands of years since dogs evolved from
wolves, humans have adapted them to become one of the most diverse species on
the planet. There are now over 400 recognized breeds defined by desired physical
and behavioral traits. Due to the nature of segregation by breed, purebred dogs
have narrower gene pools and lower genetic diversity, which can lead to health
concerns at both the individual and breed levels. In this webinar, learn about
technological advances and genetic tools that can help veterinarians and
breeders identify desirable and undesirable genetic variants. Understand when
and how to use these tools to enhance breeding programs, preserve the overall
health and longevity of breeds, and improve dog health.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
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| In this panel discussion with members of the American
Association of Industry Veterinarians, learn about various veterinary career
opportunities in industry. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
This webinar is developed in partnership with the AVMA Veterinary
Career Center
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| Hear from three veterinary technicians
whose combined experience will help you discover opportunities in veterinary
technology you may never have considered. You’ll also learn practical actions
you can take to realize a new career in veterinary technology. The panelists
have broad experience ranging from academia to clinical practice, and from
private entrepreneurship to non-profit leadership, plus experience building
supportive teams and championing workplace wellbeing. 1.0 CE Credit Free for
AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This
webinar is developed in partnership with NAVTA and
made possible through educational funding from CareCredit
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Explore the world of telemedicine and discover various
virtual care options you can consider implementing in your practice. Dr. Lori
Teller, member of the AVMA Board of Directors, and Dr. Kent McClure, AVMA chief
government relations officer, cover the basics of the virtual-care landscape and
introduce resources you can use to implement or expand telemedicine in your
practice.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
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| Learn about education, employment, and workforce
development in the One Health arena. Dr. Eri Togami, One Health fellow at the
One Health Institute at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, will share
findings from research conducted by the National Academies of Sciences,
Engineering, and Medicine's One Health Action Collaborative on core competencies
in One Health education. She also will discuss results from a global survey of
more than 800 students, graduates, workers, and employers in the field of One
Health.
1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
This webinar is developed in partnership with the AVMA Veterinary
Career Center
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| Have you ever felt uncertain about how to support a
grieving colleague, or had your own grief go unacknowledged at work? If so,
you’re not alone. Human loss is an unavoidable part of life, but most Americans
report they don’t know what to say or do when someone is grieving. Join AVMA’s
director of member wellbeing and diversity initiatives to explore how to create
grief-ready workplaces: ones that support colleagues, strengthen relationships,
increase wellbeing, promote higher staff retention, bolster workplace morale,
and maintain high-functioning work environments. Instead of avoiding or dismissing grief at work, you’ll learn how to develop
a plan to respond compassionately in the aftermath of human loss. Come away with
important knowledge about grief, ways to provide structure for helping
colleagues transition back to work after a loss, and insight into common phrases
that often miss the mark with grievers, along with suggestions for what to say
instead. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members
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| Explore best practices and potential challenges to
managing an on-site worker injury, including implementing an effective
return-to-work program. Using case studies from the veterinary profession,
discover internal processes and tools—such as checklists, sample forms, and
policies—your facility can use to avoid expensive workplace injuries and
mitigate costs. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25 Non-members This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| Explore best practices for preventing and responding to
acts of workplace violence or an active shooter. Discover how to implement an
effective risk assessment and management plan. Using case examples, you’ll
learn how to detect possible warning signs, and develop response options to acts
of violence or an active shooter in the workplace. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Trust
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| The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted many veterinary
professionals to reflect on job satisfaction and consider new employment
opportunities. Explore veterinary market trends, what they might mean for you as
a jobseeker, and see how what drives you as a veterinary professional can signal
your next career move. Come away with an action plan so you’re ready to apply
for a new job within 30 days. 1.0 CE Credit Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members $25
Non-members
This webinar was developed in partnership with the AVMA
Veterinary Career Center and made possible through educational funding from
CareCredit
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