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Diploma of Veterinary Technical Assistant

About the program

A four-month on-campus certificate that prepares students to assist registered veterinary technologists.

Demonstrate concepts and methods in Veterinary Technical Assistant to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in small animal behaviour and handling
Small animal clinical foundations. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

One four-month term: introduction to the veterinary profession
Small animal behaviour and handling
Small animal clinical foundations
Veterinary instruments and equipment
And essential client communication and animal care. Training takes place in the college animal hospital
With field trips
No practicum is listed.

Alberta Grade 12 (or equivalent) with 50% in the subjects each programme names (typically English Language Arts 30-1/30-2 and Math 20-1/20-2)
Trades and short pre-employment programmes ask for Grade 10-12
High school diploma or age 18+
Some add job-shadowing hours or a questionnaire. English proficiency required
Veterinary Technical Assistant
Arboriculture Technician and Meat Processing: Grade 12 with 50% subject minimums (VTA: English 30-1/30-2
Math 20-1/20-2
One of Biology/Chemistry/Science 20)
Heavy Equipment Operator: high school diploma or equivalent
Age 18+ at completion
Class 5 licence recommended
Driver abstract
Personal profile.

High school graduation (or equivalent), Programme-specific requirements on each programme page.

Check requirements. Apply 4-6 months before the start (no deadline published). Apply through ApplyAlberta and pay the 90 CAD fee. Email certified transcripts
English results and passport page with your Alberta Student Number. Receive an offer in 3-6 weeks. Pay the 5
000 CAD tuition deposit by the date in the admission letter. Olds requests your Provincial Attestation Letter. Apply for the study permit and send proof. After arrival give your Admissions Officer a copy of the study permit.

Campus	Olds Campus
Faculty or school	Animal Health
Department	Veterinary Technical Assistant
Teaching language	English
Credit value	10
Study pace	Full Time,Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.