About the CVPM

The Certificate in Veterinary Practice Management (CVPM)

The Certificate in Veterinary Practice Management is awarded to VMG members who can demonstrate their ability to effectively manage a veterinary practice. It is aimed at experienced managers with senior responsibility in their workplace; those who are newer to management or supervisory roles may prefer to take the Veterinary Practice Administration Certificate in the first instance.

The CVPM examination covers six core areas: general management, personnel, communication, finance, marketing, and strategy. To be eligible, members must be actively employed in a veterinary management and/or leadership role (a minimum of two years’ experience is recommended) and undertaking a range of duties (experience from outside the veterinary sector will also count). We suggest that a range of CPD is undertaken while preparing for the exam; particularly if your working role does not cover all areas of the syllabus.

Prospective candidates are advised to attend a free CVPM Preparation Workshop, held in several locations during Spring, in order to find out more and meet members of the Certification and Training Committee as well as fellow candidates. Information about workshops is available on the CPD Calendar.