The SEMVMA Academy

Recognizing excellence in continuing education since 1917.

Program Description

The SEMVMA Academy celebrates the commitment of veterinarians to the continual improvement of their professional knowledge through continuing education. The Academy is the first institution in the State of Michigan to recognize and reward veterinarians for their dedication to advancing their CE.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for Academy membership, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

  • Be a current member of the SEMVMA
  • Have earned at least 50 hours of CE in scientific sessions (business management sessions excluded) between January 1 and December 31 of the application year
  • Submit a completed application for review by the SEMVMA Academy Membership Committee

Academy Inductees

View our full list of SEMVMA Academy inductees — the veterinarians who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to continuing education.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted annually. Complete and submit the Academy application form, including documentation of your CE hours for the applicable year. Applications are due by February 14th.

Apply for induction into the SEMVMA Academy in recognition of outstanding commitment to continuing education.

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CE Records for January 1 through December 31 of 2026

Additional pages may be attached if needed. Note: Academy credit is for scientific CE, not business management. Certification (proof of attendance) must be included with your application.
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    Lectures Attended

    Including local, state, and national VMA hosted lectures. Internet-based RACE-approved courses may be included in this category: 25 hours minimum (please note that all 50 required hours may be in this category).
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    Commercial seminars (lunches, webinars & informal): 30 hrs. maximum
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    Independent Study & Internet Education

    Independent Study (journal & books) – maximum 10 hrs. Internet Education (non-RACE approved) – maximum 10 hrs.
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    Additional Areas of Study

    Professional or Scientific consultation – maximum 5 hrs.
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    Professional publications or lectures – maximum 10 hrs.
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    Attestation

    I understand that my signature below attests that the information provided with this application is a true representation of my accomplished continuing professional education.