Section 12.68.015. Examinations.

	(a)  The passing score on the national examination required in 12 AAC 68.010(a) is the criterion-referenced passing score recommended by the National Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (NBVME).  
	(b)  The state written examination is required for applicants applying for licensure by examination and applicants applying for licensure by credentials. The following subjects will be covered on the state written examination concerning specific Alaska issues of veterinary practice:  
		(1) the board statutes and regulations under AS 08.98  and 12 AAC 68;  
		(2) other state statutes and regulations related to animal care;  
		(3) laws regarding the import, export, and transportation of animals, health certificates, and the reporting of diseases;  
		(4) veterinary epidemiology.  
	(c)  The state written examination is an open book examination. The examination and study materials will be mailed directly to each applicant. Completed examinations must be returned to the department within 30 days after mailing, as shown by the postmark dates. The passing score on the state written examination required by (b) of this section is 90 percent or above.  

Authorities

08.98.050;08.98.165;08.98.180

Notes

Reference

12 AAC 68.010
12 AAC 68.030
12 AAC 68.035
12 AAC 68.045

Authority

AS 08.98.050 AS 08.98.165 AS 08.98.180

History

Eff. 9/2/2001, Register 159; am 8/23/2003, Register 167; am 1/14/2007, Register 181