Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists

What Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists does

The Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) is a membership-based, not-for-profit organisation headquartered in Eight Mile Plains, Queensland, and governed by an elected Council. Founded in 1969 (also referenced as 1971), it administers a two-tier qualification system — Membership (MANZCVS) and Fellowship — for veterinarians seeking formal recognition of advanced knowledge and experience across designated fields of veterinary science. Operations are organised through 32+ specialty chapters spanning Animal Reproduction, Animal Welfare, Aquatic Animal Health, Avian Health, Cattle, Dermatology, Emergency and Critical Care, Epidemiology, Equine, Feline, Ophthalmology, Pathobiology, Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Pharmacology, and Zoo and Wildlife, among others; each chapter sets examination standards, runs scientific meetings, and operates a mentor system pairing candidates with experienced practitioners.

The College generates revenue through a mix of one-time examination fees (Fellowship examinations at AU$5,712.50 and per-subject fees such as Medicine of Cats UK at AU$2,180 for 2026), recurring annual membership subscriptions invoiced on 1 March, study course tuition (e.g., the subsidised Veterinary Pharmacology program at A$900 / NZ$990), donations and bequests, and registrations for the annual three-day Vet Science Week conference held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. Written examinations are delivered through an online assessment platform called Examena, which requires candidates to bring their own laptops to designated venues, while oral and practical examinations are scheduled at state-capital sites; the international Medicine of Cats UK sitting extends delivery to UK/Europe. The College supports 3,000+ veterinary professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and select international markets, holds affiliations with bodies such as WAVD, ISVO, and iCatCare, and previously operated under the name Australian College of Veterinary Scientists (ACVSc).

Name

Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists

Legal name

Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists

Website

https://anzcvs.org.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists is a not-for-profit membership organisation administering Membership (MANZCVS) and Fellowship examinations across 32 veterinary specialty chapters, serving 3,000+ veterinary professionals in Australia, New Zealand, and select international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Professional Certification

NAICS

Veterinary Services (54194)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

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PRIMARYEDADACAG

International/Transnational Accreditation & Recognition Bodies

Education/Education Administration, Accreditation & Policy/Accreditation Bodies (Institutional & Programmatic)

Keywords

• Veterinary examinations
• Veterinary certification
• Professional membership
• Veterinary specialist accreditation
• Continuing veterinary education

Headquarters

HQ city

Eight Mile Plains

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership and Fellowship Examination Fees: The College charges examination fees for Membership and Fellowship qualifications. Fellowship examination fees for 2026 are AU$5,712.50, with component fees of AU$1,086.75. Membership examination fees vary, with Medicine of Cats UK costing AU$2,180.00 in 2026.
2. Annual Membership Subscriptions: Annual subscription fees for College membership provide recurring revenue. Subscription invoices are issued annually (1 March) and contribute to maintaining certification standards, representing members, and providing benefits such as Science Week and Chapter resources. Existing chapter subscriptions are automatically included.
3. Science Week Conference Revenue: The College runs an annual three-day scientific meeting (Vet Science Week) held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event generates revenue through registrations and provides opportunities for continuing education and professional networking.
4. Study Course Fees: The Veterinary Pharmacology Chapter offers a study course costing A$900 for Australian candidates and NZ$990 for New Zealand candidates, which includes access to study modules, workshops, mentoring, and copyright fees.
5. Donations and Bequests: The College accepts donations and bequests, including the Dave Hanlon Memorial Training Travel Scholarship which supports veterinarians preparing for College membership or fellowship exams in Animal Reproduction.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

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Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) is a not-for-profit professional body that administers a two-tier qualification system for veterinarians: Membership (MANZCVS) examinations recognizing advanced general competency, and Fellowship examinations conferring specialist-level credentials. The College delivers its examinations through 32+ specialty chapters and an online assessment platform (Examena), and supplements this with an annual three-day scientific conference (Vet Science Week), specialty study courses, and a quarterly newsletter (College Courier).

Product overview

The Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) operates a dual-tier examination system comprising Membership (MANZCVS) and Fellowship qualifications, organized through a network of 32 specialty chapters covering diverse veterinary disciplines. The College delivers its core offerings through an online examination platform (Examena) for written assessments and coordinates annual events including Vet Science Week, a major three-day scientific conference. Additional services include the College Courier quarterly publication, educational programs such as the Veterinary Pharmacology Study Course, and a mentorship system supporting candidates through examination preparation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Membership Examination System (MANZCVS)
• Fellowship Examination System
• Vet Science Week Annual Conference
• Veterinary Pharmacology Study Course
• College Courier Quarterly Newsletter

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Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• iCatCare (International Cat Care)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe ANZCVS examination in Medicine of Cats UK has the proud support of iCatCare, which has adopted it as its officially recognised postgraduate qualification. This allows veterinarians to become Members of the iCatCare's Academy of Feline Practitioners upon achieving MANZCVS status.
• World Association for Veterinary Dermatology (WAVD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Dermatology Chapter is officially affiliated with WAVD. As part of this affiliation, the Chapter attends World Congress in Veterinary Dermatology held at various global destinations each 4th year and does not hold an annual meeting in Australia the year of each World Congress.
• International Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ISVO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Ophthalmology Chapter is affiliated with ISVO and has a representative on the editorial board of Veterinary Ophthalmology, the official journal of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists.
• FAMACHA© Copyright Holders (South Africa)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Small Ruminant Chapter has an agreement with South African copyright holders for FAMACHA© cards, making the Chapter the sole distributor of FAMACHA© cards in Australasia and the Pacific.
• Veterinary Schools in Australia and New ZealandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe College awards medals to final year veterinary students at all veterinary schools in Australia and New Zealand for excellence in veterinary epidemiology. Partnerships exist for student engagement, examination delivery, and professional credentialing.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

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Direct peers

• American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM): ACVIM is the closest international parallel to ANZCVS, administering board certification examinations for veterinary specialists in internal medicine subspecialties (cardiology, neurology, oncology, etc.). Both organizations confer specialist-level credentials recognized for veterinary registration.
• American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS): ACVS administers Fellowship-level certification examinations for veterinary surgeons, paralleling ANZCVS Fellowship examinations. Both organizations confer specialist credentials recognized by national regulatory bodies and operate through specialty college structures.
• Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS): RCVS is the UK regulatory and credentialing body for veterinarians, offering advanced practitioner and specialist certifications. Comparable to ANZCVS as a credential-granting body for veterinary professionals, with a similar dual-tier examination model.
• American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD): ACVD certifies veterinary dermatology specialists and is affiliated with WAVD, mirroring ANZCVS Dermatology Chapter's affiliation. Both organizations confer Fellowship-level dermatology credentials recognized internationally.
• European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ECVIM): ECVIM is the European counterpart to ACVIM and ANZCVS for veterinary internal medicine specialization. It offers similar board certification pathways recognized for specialist registration across European jurisdictions.
• American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP): ABVP offers species-specific board certification for general veterinary practitioners, paralleling ANZCVS Membership-level examinations that recognize advanced practitioner competence in designated fields.
• European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS): ECVS is the European credentialing body for veterinary surgical specialists, paralleling ACVS and ANZCVS Fellowship examinations in surgical disciplines. Represents a competing credential for ANZ-based veterinary surgeons seeking specialist recognition.

Broad incumbents

• American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): AVMA is the largest US veterinary professional association, providing advocacy, education, and accreditation services. While not a specialist credentialing body like ANZCVS, it operates in adjacent territory of professional recognition and is a broader incumbent in the veterinary professional services space.

Others

• Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC): AVBC is the regional accreditor of veterinary schools and maintains the register of veterinary specialists in Australasia. It directly interfaces with ANZCVS Fellowship standards since ANZCVS credentials meet/exceed AVBC specialist registration prerequisites.

Regional players

• New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA): NZVA is the New Zealand national veterinary professional association serving overlapping members with ANZCVS. While NZVA focuses on advocacy and continuing education broadly, ANZCVS handles specialist credentialing — together they cover distinct professional service needs in the NZ market.

Market position

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Customer concentration

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