California Veterinary Licensing

[laurenita134]

Hello all! Does anyone have insight into what exams are still required for a California veterinary license? I have heard that since January of 2022, the state board exam has been voted to no longer be required and now only the veterinary law exam is necessary. However, when I made a BreEZe account, it stated that the board exam would be required, but at the end of the application I was only charged for the license processing fee and law exam (no state board exam). Any insight is appreciated so I can study/find a testing center if needed!

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[laurenita134]

Sorry, I should have mentioned I am applying within 8 months of graduation.

 

[Doctor-S]

AB 1535 invalidated the California State Board Examination (CSBE), effective Jan. 1, 2022.

At present, veterinarians must pass two examinations to practice veterinary medicine in California: the North American Veterinary Licensing Exam (NAVLE) and the Veterinary Law Examination (VLE).

See California Veterinary Medical Board License Application

 

[turnandburn]

🤯 Wow! I am shocked. The rumor I heard recently is true!

 

[futuredvm297]

Hey everyone,

Does anyone have any study guides for the vet law exam in CA? Thank you!