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Diploma of Veterinary Assistant
- Barrie, Canada
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A one-year certificate preparing students to assist veterinarians and technicians at the Haileybury Campus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: yes
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Veterinary Assistant and apply relevant care or professional frameworks
- Communicate effectively
- And evaluate evidence-based practice.
Career outcomes
- Veterinary practices
- Federal and provincial institutions
- Universities
- Humane societies
- Pet food outlets
- Veterinary companies
- Grooming facilities
- Kennels
Curriculum
- Two semesters: animal structure and function
- Clinical procedures
- Surgery support
- Animal behaviour
- Large animal studies
- Shelter medicine
- Laboratory skills
- Feeds and feeding
- Basic animal procedures
- Veterinary hospital management
- Kennel duty and an 80-hour field placement in a veterinary clinic.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school transcripts with proof of graduation
- Subjects taken and grades received
- Grade 12 English and Math credits
- Programme-specific prerequisites are listed on each programme page
- English proficiency proof required unless exempt (https://www.georgiancollege.ca/international/admissions/). IB diploma courses can meet Grade 12 requirements.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school graduation with Grade 12 English and Math credits (programme-specific requirements), IB diploma courses accepted.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 79
- TOEFL PBT 550
- TOEIC 800
- Duolingo 110
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 170
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Review the current entry requirements and availability for Certificate in Veterinary Assistant at Georgian College. Submit the online international admissions application for an eligible Georgian College intake. Upload the requested qualifications and English proficiency evidence and check additional program entry conditions. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
- Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $18,171 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Barrie |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Animal Health |
| Department | Department of Veterinary Assistant |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
9 Mar 2026
ClosedProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
9 Mar 2027
115 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 9 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $18,171 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $16,050 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, TOEFL PBT 550, TOEIC 800, Duolingo 110, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 170.