Upcoming CVMA CE

• CVMA Virtual Spring Seminar, March 5-7, 2021
• Save the Date - PacVet Live, June 18-19 and June 26-27, 2021

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Wellness Resources for Veterinary Professionals

Access wellness resources for veterinary professionals.

Preorder 2021 Employee Poster Sets Now

The CVMA is taking preorders for federal and state employee poster sets that comply with 2021 law changes. Posters will begin shipping in January, 2021. CVMA members receive a discount on poster sets and other regulatory compliance items. Order here.

CVMA Member Benefit: Relief Veterinarian Directory

This new Relief Veterinarian Directory is a CVMA member benefit that helps to connect veterinarians looking for relief help with locum tenens veterinarians.  Login to enter your information in the directory. Continue reading.

Legislation Update

The CVMA actively represented the veterinary profession on several bills during the 2020 California legislative session. Read more here.

Member Benefit - Free Legal Services

The Free Legal Services member benefit remains available to CVMA member veterinarians. This benefit entitles CVMA member veterinarians up to one-half hour of telephone and research work with an attorney at no cost....

CVMA Member Mobile App

With the CVMA mobile app, members can access instant legislative updates, CE offerings, regulatory information, and more! Download the app at the Apple and Google Play stores today and enjoy the convenience of having the CVMA right at your fingertips. Read more here....

Temporary Continuing Education and State Exam Waivers

On March 30, 2020 Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-39-20, authorizing the Director of the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) to waive any of the professional licensing requirements relating to healing arts licensees in Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code, and any accompanying regulations, which includes the veterinary profession. The Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) is working closely with the DCA to determine which licensing requirement waivers would allow individuals to continue assisting with the COVID-19 pandemic and allow licensees regulated by Board to maintain and renew a license and remain employed. In response, The DCA has issued the following:

• A temporary waiver continuing education for licensees who are renewing licenses that expire between March 31, 2020 and December 31, 2020. Read the waiver here.
• Read the state exam waiver here. This waiver applies to those needing to take the state board exam between May 1, 2020 and November 30, 2020.
• A temporary waiver to past licensees who are reinstating a license to assist with the COVID-19 response in California. Read the waiver here.

Sexual Harassment & Abusive Behavior Training Requirement

California businesses with five or more employees must provide sexual harassment training to both supervisors and employees by January 1, 2021. For more information on the law, click here. Sign-up for an online training class...

Cannabis and Pets

View more information on this important topic by clicking on the links below.

• Cannabis and Industrial Hemp FAQ
• VMB Guidelines for Discussing Cannabis
• Update on Cannabis-derived and Cannabis-related Products
• DEA Position Statement on Marijuana
• DEA Position Statement on Hemp
• FDA Marijuana Q&A (see questions 19-23)

The CVMA Guide to Cal/OSHA Compliance - Order now!

The CVMA Guide to Cal/OSHA Compliance is the easiest and most efficient way for veterinary practices to comply with Cal/OSHA regulations. It provides a written safety plan, helpful forms, training resources and more to assist your practice in meeting mandated requirements. This interactive step-by-step process includes the Injury & Illness Prevention Program, Emergency Action Plan, Fire Prevention Plan, Hazard Communication Program and more – all in one place! This annual subscription includes yearly reminders, important notifications and updates, and online access to the Guide. Cal/OHSA requires a written safety plan in every workplace. A Cal/OSHA inspector will ask to see your plan. Don’t leave yourself open to significant fines. CVMA members can subscribe in three ways:

• Order online by visiting the Products section of CVMA.net
• Download a PDF form for mailing, emailing, or faxing to 916.646.9156
• Call 800.655.2862

CVMA Online Seminars

CVMA Online Seminars are convenient interactive presentations offering CEUs held online in real-time. This learning platform allows you to participate from anywhere with internet access—from your practice, your home, on a business trip, or on vacation. Earn 1.5 CEUs! These seminars are open to veterinarians, veterinary technicians, hospital staff, and veterinary students only.

• PacVet Live - June 19-20 & June 27-28
• Sexual Harassment Education and Training - October 13 & 21, 2020

Veterinary Insurance Services Company

VISC offers insurance solutions for the business and personal needs of CVMA members. Contact your VISC sales agent for coverage information....

Contribute to the CVMA-PAC

The CVMA-PAC is a bipartisan political action committee whose purpose is to educate state legislators and candidates on issues of importance to the veterinary profession. A strong CVMA-PAC allows the CVMA the opportunity to share our message with legislators, build relationships, and preserve the high quality of veterinary medicine. A financially strong PAC is a critical component to maintaining a strong and healthy profession. Learn more and find out how to contribute. ...

California Veterinary Medical Reserve Corps

Want to do something that saves lives, feels good and helps your community? Then volunteer to help animals when disasters strike in California! Join the CAVMRC. The CAVMRC of the California Veterinary Medical Association is a Unit of the Medical Reserve Corps, a national program of the Office of the Surgeon General and Citizen Corps. The CAVMRC is guided by the CAVMRC Steering Committee of the California Veterinary Medical Association....