With a blend of engaging online modules and real-world application, you'll develop the skills and understanding needed to foster inclusivity within your institution.
We understand your demanding schedule in veterinary medicine, so our flexible program offers a unique combination of distance learning, community service, and reflective assignments. With a blend of engaging online modules and real-world application, you'll develop the skills and understanding needed to foster inclusivity within your institution.
A certificate and continuing education credits are available upon completion, providing recognition of your achievement and valuable professional growth.
Start your transformative journey towards an inclusive future, where education transcends barriers, and every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Location: Online
Duration: You have one year to complete the certificate requirements
Cost: $100-300 per person (group discounts available)
Who Can Register: Open to all members of the veterinary medical community including academic administration, faculty, staff, and students; and practicing veterinary medical professionals.
Diversity and inclusion are key components of our College’s Values and Culture, and I am proud of these individuals for their commitment to promoting a collegial work and learning environment enhanced by diversity and equity.
Dr. Willie Reed
Dean Emeritus, Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine
Our program challenges you to engage with your community, participate in relevant activities, and reflect upon your experiences to deepen your understanding of diversity and inclusion in veterinary medicine.
In-person and fully online options are available to suit your preferences and commitments:
Explore our diverse range of online modules, each carefully chosen to enhance your understanding and application of inclusivity within veterinary medicine.
From the historical perspective to contemporary challenges, these topics provide insight into the multifaceted nature of diversity, equipping you with the knowledge to foster a more inclusive environment:
The Purdue University Certificate for Diversity and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine is open to all members of the veterinary medical community:
Practicing members of the Veterinary Medical profession, such as Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians/Nurses, & Interns and Residents will gain insights to promote diversity and inclusion in their workplace and understanding for interacting with diverse clients.
Academic administration, faculty, and staff will gain understanding on interacting and promoting diverse student bodies and an inclusive environment within their schools, colleges, and universities.
If you are a veterinarian or veterinary technician, you will earn 9 continuing education credits upon certificate completion.
The AAVMC has provided matching funds* for faculty, staff, interns, and residents at member institutions to complete the 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 and be registered at the same time.
*Available on a first come, first served basis until funding for the year is exhausted. Funding will cover 50% of the cost for up to 10 participants per organization, per year.
Discounts for groups of 10, 25, or 50 participants are available if the entire group is registered and paid for as a cohort.
For more information, contact us at hcvm@purdue.edu.
Refunds will not be given.
Purdue University is not responsible for expenses incurred due to cancellations.
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. We provide resources that lead to inclusive work and learning places that are welcoming and supportive for professionals, students, and clients.
The Center of Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine was established in 2013 through a partnership among Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, and the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Willie Reed, DVM, PhD, DACVP, DACPV
Dean Emeritus
Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine
Lisa Greenhill, MPA, EDD
Associate Executive Director for Institutional Research and Diversity Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges
Latonia Craig, PhD
Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer
American Veterinary Medical Association
