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Veterinary Assistants (VA) care for animals under the supervision of a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Animal Health Technologist (AHT). They perform a multitude of tasks including: feeding, medicating and prepping of patients as well as restraining them during examinations, procedures and treatments.
The Veterinary Assistant diploma program equips students with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills to provide an extensive range of animal care services for both the office and clinical settings of either general practice (GP), emergency (ER), and specialty veterinary hospitals. Additional employment opportunities for graduates include but are not limited to: animal rehabilitation, animal control centers, research facilities and pharmaceutical representatives.
Throughout the program, students will receive specialized training in eight key areas: animal restrain, nutrition, pharmacology, clinical nursing, human relations, administration, diseases, and prevention.
This program includes field day labs in addition to a practicum placement so students can gain relevant hands-on training and practical experience before graduation.
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
Note: English level assessment will be required for international students (with a minimum score of 20/40 in language).
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• Integrate theory from the classroom into practice by working in a veterinary environment
• Four-week practicum (minimum of 25 hours per week)