EBVS

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Public Health (ECVPH) are to: Advance veterinary public health, including subspecialties of population medicine and food science in Europe, while enhancing the expertise of practitioners. Establish guidelines for specialization in veterinary public health. Qualify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Public Health to serve diverse livestock populations and their owners, ensuring elevated service quality for the public. Promote research, knowledge, and communication in the veterinary public health domain.

The objectives of the European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioural Medicine (ECAWBM) are: To elevate expertise in Animal Welfare Science, Ethics and Law (AWSEL) and Behavioural Medicine in Companion Animals (BM) in Europe. To be a leading referral resource in these two veterinary specialities. To refine health care emphasis on AWSEL and BM, informing owners, professionals, and authorities, including European legislative bodies. To champion specialized training and research in AWSEL and BM within veterinary schools. To certify EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in AWSEL and BM to maintain utmost proficiency. To shape post-graduate education with structured guidelines. To drive continual advancements in AWSEL and BM, organizing related courses. To champion sustainable and responsible practices in AWSEL and BM for all animals. To prioritize research and knowledge-sharing in the field.

European College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ECVSMR) Objectives: To promote research and heighten the competency of veterinarians in the multidisciplinary specialty of veterinary sports medicine and rehabilitation in Europe. This encompasses the comprehensive examination, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sport and work-related injuries/disorders, utilizing a holistic approach central to which are controlled exercise, functional training, and various therapeutic modalities. To establish guidelines for post-graduate education, serving as prerequisites for becoming a  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. To conduct examinations and certify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. To bolster communication and knowledge dissemination about veterinary sports medicine and rehabilitation among veterinary professionals and the broader public.

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Microbiology (ECVM) are: To champion the advancement of veterinary microbiology across all European nations. This involves fostering in-depth research, pushing boundaries of knowledge, and ensuring the continual improvement of veterinary medical services for the benefit of the public. To formulate and implement precise guidelines for post-graduate education, providing a structured pathway for veterinarians aspiring to specialize in veterinary microbiology. To conduct rigorous examinations and subsequently certify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in veterinary microbiology. This recognition not only assures the competency of the professionals but also ensures the provision of expert care to animals affected by microbiological diseases. To facilitate an environment where continuous learning is encouraged. This includes promoting advances in veterinary microbiology, organizing continuing educational courses, and emphasizing the significance of research. Equally crucial is the dissemination of this expansive knowledge among veterinary peers and the wider community.

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ECVO) are: To advance veterinary ophthalmology in Europe through focused research and by elevating the competency of veterinarians in this specialty, emphasizing comprehensive understanding and management of animal eye diseases. To set clear guidelines for specialization in veterinary ophthalmology, establishing a benchmark for excellence. To execute a rigorous examination process, certifying veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Ophthalmology, ensuring the highest standard of care for animals with eye conditions. To champion continuous learning in veterinary ophthalmology by organizing relevant educational courses, keeping veterinarians abreast with the field's latest advancements. To prioritize knowledge-sharing in veterinary ophthalmology, fostering research and promoting insights beneficial to the veterinary community and the public.

The primary objectives of the European College of Poultry Veterinary Science (ECPVS) are: To enhance poultry veterinary science throughout Europe by endorsing research and heightening the skills of veterinarians in this domain. To set forth guidelines and requisite standards for postgraduate education, creating a clear pathway for veterinarians to achieve the title of  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Poultry Veterinary Science. To administer examinations and certify veterinarians as European Veterinary Specialists in Poultry Veterinary Science, ensuring they prioritize the health and welfare of poultry, contribute to producing safe, high-quality products for consumers, and support the sector's economic vitality, all within the framework of sustainable agriculture. To stimulate communication, continuous learning, and the dissemination of knowledge in poultry veterinary science amongst both professionals and the broader community.

European College of Aquatic Animal Health (ECAAH) Objectives: Advance the field of aquatic animal health, specifically focusing on animals that are cultured/maintained in captivity or in the wild, excluding marine or freshwater mammals, birds, and reptiles. Establish guidelines for post-graduate education, ensuring the elevation of skills of those practicing in aquatic animal health. Oversee the examination and certification of veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists® in Aquatic Animal Health. Enhance methods of graduate teaching, particularly through residency programs in aquatic animal health. Promote research, advancements, and continuous learning in aquatic animal health. Foster communication and the dissemination of knowledge related to aquatic animal health to both veterinary professionals and the wider public.

European Veterinary Parasitology College (EVPC) Objectives: To promote research and elevate the proficiency of veterinarians in veterinary parasitology, focusing on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, therapy, and control of parasitic diseases impacting animals. To establish guidelines for post-graduate education, guiding the pathway to becoming a  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Parasitology. To administer examinations and certify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Parasitology. To foster the development of a new generation of skilled and experienced veterinary parasitologists to meet Europe's future veterinary needs in teaching, diagnostic laboratory work, industry, and research, while also advocating for communication and knowledge-sharing in the field of veterinary parasitology.

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition (ECVCN) are: To enhance the quality of animal health care in Europe by fostering research in veterinary nutrition and raising the expertise of veterinarians in this speciality. To craft guidelines and standards for postgraduate education, guiding veterinarians towards achieving the title of  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Nutrition. To administer examinations and certify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Nutrition, ensuring they maintain the pinnacle of professional standards. To stimulate communication, continuous education, and the dissemination of expertise in veterinary nutrition amongst veterinary professionals and the wider community, emphasizing the vitality of research and the latest advancements in the field.

European College of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology (ECVPT) Objectives: To advance veterinary and related biological sciences, as well as animal health care in Europe, by promoting research and heightening the skills of veterinarians in veterinary pharmacology and toxicology. To establish guidelines for post-graduate education, serving as prerequisites for becoming a  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in veterinary pharmacology and toxicology. To conduct examinations and qualify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, ensuring the provision of expert care to the veterinary patient, its owner, and the general public. To foster communication and share knowledge regarding veterinary pharmacology and toxicology among veterinary peers and the wider community.