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AVS Practical Exam

The CSVS Practical Exam is the final step in the process of gaining CSVS accreditation as an Accredited Vascular Scientist (AVS).

The following criteria must be met before applying to take the practical exam:

  • Must be an ordinary member of the CSVS.
  • Be employed in the UK or Ireland to perform vascular diagnostic investigations.
  • Have a Science degree.
  • Have passed both theory exams within the last 5 years.
  • Have performed at least 600 scans in each of the first three core modalities and 200 ABPIs.
  • Have at least 3 years full time (or part time equivalent) diagnostic vascular scanning experience (in each modality).
  • Have carried out at least 25 scans from each of core modalities in the preceding 3 months prior to applying to sit the practical exam.
  • Must provide a reference from their current line manager, any previous line manager, internal examiner and a vascular surgeon.
  • Not have failed the practical exam in the last 6 months.

Resources:

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SVT Practical Exam Guidelines

Guidelines for practical exam assessors - Candidate version

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SVT Practical Exam Scoring Sheet

Scoring sheet for the SVT practical exam

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SVT Accreditation Document (Interim)

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Line Manager Reference Form

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Previous Line Manager Reference Form

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Vascular Consultant Reference Form

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Internal Assessor Reference Form

Upcoming Events
Vascular Access and Haemodialysis Content
02/06/2025
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Fundamentals Study Day 2025 - One Day Event
03/06/2025
View Event
CSVS Contrast EVAR Workshop
26/09/2025
View Event
Revision Study Days 2026 - Two Day Event
20/05/2026
View Event
STARS Symposium
04/07/2025
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Latest News
Mandatory Research Element to AVS
13/05/2025
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CSVS Research Grant Window opening soon
12/05/2025
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Access to new online training programme - VORTEX
10/04/2025
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