Invitation to join the International Veterianry Academy of Pain Management

Re: Invitation to join the International Veterianry Academy of Pain Management

Caro Laithwaite VN — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:09:22 GMT

Thanks Christine that means l have time to sort things out and do not need to rush. Once l know what is happening l will flood you with questions that l am sure will build up

Re: Invitation to join the International Veterianry Academy of Pain Management

Christine Crick, CVT VTS (A/A)(ECC) — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:59:11 GMT

In the near future, the hopes is that the examination will be computer based, and available worldwide @ various computer testing centers (such as colleges and universities) so that it is accessible to everyone. Further, the application process takes 12-20 months total, including your application, skills list, case reporting, etc.

It is a fair amount of work but it is very worth it! I'd be glad to answer any questions on the application process and examination if that is helpful.

Best,

-Chris

Re: Invitation to join the International Veterianry Academy of Pain Management

Caro Laithwaite VN — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:51:15 GMT

Yes l am interested, need to look at the money side l think l would need to pay $68 as l would like the magazines so it wont be just yet.

However if we want the certification then it says we have to sit an exam which is over in usa and so would be impossible for most of us to get to is there any way around it?

I couldn't consider doing it at the moment as it is not cheap but there is also the fact if l can not sit the exam l may be better just joining the organisation.

Any advice on the exam situation please. Have to admit l did not read every pdf so perhaps l missed something l just read the checklist, also you ask for original documents and l would not send originals it is to far and risky.

Re: Invitation to join the International Veterianry Academy of Pain Management

Christine Crick, CVT VTS (A/A)(ECC) — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:30:05 GMT

Good Morning!

The membership to the IVAPM is open to anyone... credentialed or not. We absolutely support unlicensed persons broadening their knowledge of pain recognition and treatment as much as the Veterinary Surgeon and Nurse and are included in full membership privileges.

The only caveat is the certification process, to become a CVPP (Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner), which is only open to those holding a veterinary license or veterinary nursing/technician license, however.

I do hope you consider joining the IVAPM. The ListServe is an amazing resource and the sharing of information and techniques is a perfect learning environment. As for the journal subscription, you can add this on to your membership at any time as it does not have to be at the beginning of your 'sign up'

Hope that helps! Please let me know if I can answer any further questions.

Best,

-Chris Slowiak

Re: Invitation to join the International Veterianry Academy of Pain Management

SmegSlayer — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:28:26 GMT

I would love to. Do you need to be an RVN. I will hopefully be one in 2 weeks! I can't afford the subscription at the moment so possibly in a couple of months?