CVPM Roadmap

It is YOUR Time to Achieve Excellence.

In 1989 the VHMA realized the increasing need among Veterinarians and Practice Managers for a program that would qualify the knowledge and experience necessary to successfully manage the ever-changing business management of today's veterinary practices. The Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) certification is the result of that realization.

Offered solely through the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association, the CVPM credential represents the highest level of certification a veterinary practice management professional can achieve. CVPMs excel as leaders and role models, and they benefit from greater earning potential and career opportunities.

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Start your journey to becoming a CVPM

Step 1: Qualify 

Candidates must demonstrate:
3 years of practice management experience in select duties
18 college/university semester hours in management related courses
48 hours of management-focused continuing education
 4 letters of recommendation

Step 2: Apply

Candidates must complete and submit the program application through the VHMA.

Step 3: Prepare & Take Exam

Upon application approval candidates have two years to take the electronic examination offered through local test centers.

Step 4: Continuing Education

Once certified, CVPMs commit to ongoing continuing education standards.

 The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) is the accrediting association and sole sponsor of the Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) certification credential.

The CVPM certification program and credential is not related to or affiliated in any way with the Certified Veterinary Business Leader (CVBL) program offered by the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC).