What is Human-Centered Veterinary Medicine?

Human-Centered Veterinary Medicine recognizes that a veterinarian's relationship with an animal's caretaker is a crucial factor in optimizing that animal's health and wellbeing. Our intention is to provide resources that lead to inclusive work and learning places that are welcoming and supportive for professionals, students, and clients.

Get Started with our Online Certificate Programs

Purdue University, through the Center of Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine, presents online professional certificate programs designed for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, educators, students, and staff who seek to improve their communication, leadership, teaching/learning, and cultural competency skills. Help change the face of veterinary medicine by contributing to inclusive work and learning environments where everyone can reach their full potential.

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The TOGETHER Program

Purdue University's Center of Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine is providing opportunities for practices to show that they are committed to an inclusive environment, both for professionals and clients. The TOGETHER Program offers online programming for all members of the veterinary team at a practice

Click here to learn more about the TOGETHER Program.

AAVMC Supports Scholarships for Member Institutions

The AAVMC has provided matching funds for faculty, staff, interns, and residents at member institutions to complete Purdue’s Certificate for Diversity and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine. Pay full price for one registration and get a second one for free. Registrant pairs must fall into the same category (faculty, staff, or intern/resident) and be registered at the same time.

AVMA Supports Student Scholarships!

The AVMA Board of Directors has provided $14,400 in support of students to complete Purdue's Student Certificate Program for Diversity and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine. Four veterinary medical students from each of the Colleges/Schools of Veterinary Medicine represented in the SAVMA House of Delegates can participate in the program for free. Students will have one year to complete their certificate. Aggregate impact measures will be collected by Purdue Veterinary Medicine. Deans can enroll their student awardees using this form.

Participating Colleges

College Inclusiveness Champions

Currently, 29 of the 30 U.S. Colleges/Schools of veterinary medicine have Inclusiveness Champions that are liaisons to our Center. U.S. Colleges/Schools of veterinary medicine with 10 faculty members and 10 students completing the certificate program are eligible to become Center Partners. Private industry, Practices, and Government Organizations are also eligible for partnership. Contact hcvm@purdue.edu to learn more.

College Inclusiveness Champions