New PAS Members Approved via the HQI (Highly Qualified Individual) Route
Individuals who qualify for PAS Full Membership and are widely recognized for research, extension, teaching, or accomplishments in the animal science field may qualify without examination based on credentials and experience. To be eligible for HQI, the candidate must have 5 years of experience beyond a PhD or DVM, 10 years of experience beyond an MS degree, or 15 years of experience beyond a postbaccalaureate, postsecondary, or professional degree from an approved institution.
An eligible HQI candidate must be nominated by a current PAS member in good standing. Two letters of nomination and recommendation from PAS members in good standing are required for PAS certification via the HQI route. For each HQI application, the Membership Committee shall determine any additional application requirements that must be met before the application will be approved for Registry membership.
Apply for Membership HQI Nomination
Each of the following HQI candidates has been evaluated and approved by ARPAS. They have each been granted PAS Full Membership to be maintained in accordance with the regulations set forth by the ARPAS Bylaws.