Orientation Program and Schedule

Elements of the Orientation Program

The elements of the Orientation Program are:

1. Federal animal health laws, regulations, and rules;
2. Interstate movement of animals;
3. Import and export requirements for animals;
4. USDA animal disease eradication and control programs;
5. Laboratory support in confirming disease diagnoses;
6. Ethical and professional responsibilities of an accredited veterinarian;
7. Foreign animal disease awareness;
8. Animal health emergency management; and
9. Animal health procedures, issues, and information resources relevant to the State in which the veterinarian wishes to perform accredited duties.

The Orientation Program may be taken during veterinary medical school or during a session scheduled by the NVAP Coordinator.

Orientation Program Schedule

You must contact the NVAP Coordinator to register and confirm. (For contact information, see contacts listed below or use the dropdown menu at the bottom of this page.)

This listing may not reflect all Orientation Programs for all States. If you do not see a date to your liking, we recommend you contact the NVAP Coordinator directly for up-to-date information.