Master of Avian Health and Medicine

University of Georgia
Degree Level Masters
Total Credit Hours 72

Program Description

The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Population Healthoffers a fully online non-thesis Master of Avian Health and Medicine (MAHM). Learn from internationally renowned experts in an online program recognized by the American College of Poultry Veterinarians (ACPV). This unique and innovative online program is for practicing veterinarians interested in being recognized health experts in the rapidly growing international poultry industry. The Post Graduate Certificate in Avian Health can be achieved in the first year, followed by two years of specialized study including the latest in avian microbiology and serology, food safety, public health, economics and international trade, advanced poultry medicine, and disease management.

Admissions Information

All students must apply and be admitted to the University of Georgia Graduate School. Additional requirements include: Demonstrated interest or experience in poultry medicine A DVM, or equivalent degree A biographical sketch describing your experiences, interest in poultry medicine, and your reasons for applying to the Master of Avian Health and Medicine program Competitive applicants will have:

Minimum veterinary school grade point average of 3.0 GRE combined verbal and quantitative score of 297 or 1000 if taken prior to August 1, 2011 Official transcripts Written references from at least three people

State Authorization and Professional Licensure Disclaimer

The Master of Avian Health and Medicine program leads to Professional Licensure.

Not all programs are available to residents in all states. Please check the institution's State Authorization and Professional Licensure website(s) to ensure you reside in an authorized state.

Program Accreditation

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges


American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education