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request can be processed on-line through the VIVA link on the AAVSB web site, If

you choose to mail or fax a request, a VIVA score transfer application form is also available as a pdf

file for printing on the website. AAVSB can be reached by phone at (877) 698-8482.

JURISPRUDENCE EXAMINATION

All applicants are required to pass the Massachusetts Veterinary Jurisprudence Examination. This

exam is designed to assess your knowledge of Massachusetts’ statutes and regulations with regards to

the practice of veterinary medicine. This exam must be included when submitting your application for

licensure. Please be aware that this examination is not available on-line or via e-mail and will be

mailed out upon request. Please contact Board staff to obtain a copy of the Massachusetts

Jurisprudence Examination {call (617)727-3080 or email

Diane.m.savickas@state.ma.us

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RECIPROCITY

If you are a licensed veterinarian in another state and have been engaged in the practice of veterinary

medicine for five consecutive years, you may apply for licensure in Massachusetts via reciprocity.

Reciprocity applicants are required to complete all portions of the application, including the

submission of professional references and passage of the Jurisprudence examination. In addition a

certified letter of licensure status must be submitted directly from all states in which currently and/or

previously licensed, and a score report must be received from VIVA (see instructions above regarding

obtaining score transfer).

LIMITED LICENSES FOR BOARD CERTIFIED VETERINARIANS

The NAVLE requirement may be waived in the case of an AVMA board certified veterinarian

(Jurisprudence Exam will not be waived). If such a waiver is granted, the Board shall restrict the

licensee’s veterinary practice to his/her board specialty. Limited license applicants are required to

complete all portions of the application, including the submission of professional references and

passage of the Jurisprudence examination. In addition, a current CV/resume and a copy of your board

specialty certificate must be submitted. An interview with the Board may also be required.

INFORMATION FOR GRADUATES OF NON-AVMA ACCREDITED VETERINARY

SCHOOLS

The Massachusetts Board of Veterinary Medicine permits graduates of non-AVMA accredited

programs to apply for licensure in Massachusetts and sit for the NAVLE and Jurisprudence

examination provided that the following is submitted:

1. Complete licensure application

2. Confirmation of degree from veterinary school {Candidates receiving a degree from a

foreign veterinary school must have transcripts or diplomas translated into English and

notarized prior to submitting them as evidence of graduation.}

3. Proof of enrollment in the ECFVG or PAVE certification program

Please be aware however that following passage of the NAVLE, licensure will not be granted until

official documentation of the completion of the ECFVG or PAVE certification program is received by

the Board office.

Information on the ECFVG certification program can be obtained via their website

, by mail at American Veterinary Medical Association, ATTN:

Updated 2/2015

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