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Diploma of Veterinary Technology
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
- Olds, Canada
- 1.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year diploma accredited by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate concepts and methods in Veterinary Technology to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Two-year diploma combining classroom
- Laboratory procedures. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Private veterinary clinics and hospitals
- Corporate veterinary hospitals
- Specialty and emergency practices
- Animal shelters
- Veterinary diagnostic laboratories
- Zoos and wildlife organizations
- Food-safety inspection
- Veterinary sales
- Practice management
Curriculum
- Two-year diploma combining classroom
- Laboratory and clinical work in an on-site veterinary clinic. Topics include anatomy and physiology
- Laboratory procedures
- Animal nursing
- Anesthesia and surgical assisting
- Imaging
- Dentistry
- Pharmacology and calculations
- Emergencies
- Nutrition and practice management
- Ending with a six-week practicum. Graduates may write the VTNE.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Alberta Grade 12 (or equivalent) with 50% in English Language Arts 30-1/30-2
- Math 20-1/20-2 and programme-specific science subjects
- Veterinary Technology needs 65% in English
- Math 30
- Biology 30 and Chemistry 30 plus 40 hours of job shadowing. English proficiency required
- Alberta Grade 12 (or equivalent): e.g. Agricultural Management 50% English 30-1/30-2
- 55% Math 20-1/20-2
- 50% in two of Biology/Chemistry/Science 20
- Business Management 50% English
- Math 20
- Veterinary Technology 65% in English 30
- Math 30
- Biology 30
- Chemistry 30 plus 40 hours of job shadowing (competitive
- Typically 80%+).
Accepted academic background
High school graduation (or equivalent) with subject requirements per programme, Alternate Admission option on several programme pages, Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Diploma follows the certificate.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 4.0
- Duolingo 110
- PTE Academic 55
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Previous Qualification Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).
How to apply
- 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.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $23,660 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $90 CAD |
| Deposit | $47,108 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Olds Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Animal Health |
| Department | Veterinary Technology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60,45 |
| 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. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
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Program starts
January 2028
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Program starts
May 2028
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.5 years.
Tuition is $23,660 CAD per year. The application fee is $90 CAD. The deposit is $47,108 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 4.0, Duolingo 110, PTE Academic 55, IELTS Academic 6.