NAVLE Practice Analysis

Veterinarians: Take the NAVLE Practice Analysis Survey

The International Council for Veterinary Assessment (ICVA) is conducting a practice analysis study of veterinarians to update the content of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination® (NAVLE®).

The purpose of the study is to validate the core knowledge areas that are essential for a minimally proficient, day-one ready, general mixed animal veterinarian. A panel of experts from across North America has proposed updates to the content of the NAVLE examination. Now ICVA is partnering with the American Veterinary Medical  Association (AVMA) and the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) in asking the  veterinary community to help validate the proposed updates and provide information on any  additional core knowledge that should be included. In the survey, you will have the opportunity to evaluate the criticality and frequency of each competency domain, as well as domains of diagnoses, for species you see in practice.

• If you recently received an e-mail from the AVMA or the CVMA with the survey link, please use that link to complete the survey by end of day on June 8, 2026.
• If you did NOT receive an e-mail from the AVMA or the CVMA, please use the link below to complete the survey by end of day on June 8, 2026.

2026 NAVLE Practice Analysis Survey

Your insights can play a crucial role in shaping the future of the NAVLE® and ensuring the standards are accurate, relevant and reflective of newly licensed veterinarians.

Thank you for your assistance in the 2026 NAVLE Practice Analysis Survey. Please feel free to forward this information to other veterinarians working in the U.S. or Canada who may be interested in participating.