Georgian College

The program In this program, you'll acquire the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to become an integral member of a veterinary health care team. You'll explore the range of activities carried out in companion and/or large animal practices, animal shelters, biomedical facilities, zoos or wildlife facilities. Through in-class theory and simulations, combined with clinical experience in local facilities, you'll learn to care for and handle animals, understand the basic principles of normal and abnormal life processes and carry out routine laboratory and clinical procedures. This program is recognized by the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians and the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association. Georgian College is accredited by the Canadian Council on Animal Care as a Good Animal Practice facility. Graduate career opportunities Veterinary hospitals, animal shelters, clinics, pharmaceutical sales, zoos, diagnostic labs, kennels and grooming facilities, racetracks, livestock health management, food animal inspections. Graduates are eligible to write Veterinary Technician National Examination and apply for Registered Veterinary Technician status in Ontario. Admission requirements OSSD or equivalent with • Grade 12 English (C or U) • Grade 12 mathematics (C or U) • Grade 11 or 12 biology (C or U) • Grade 11 or 12 chemistry (C or U) Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older) and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED and equivalency testing. For complete details, refer to GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/policies-procedures/ Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited postsecondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission. Refer to the Credit Transfer Centre website for details: GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/ Proof of pre-exposure rabies vaccination is required at the student's expense before beginning the program. The student should consult his or her physician for details. Selection process • Health Occupations Aptitude Examination Applicants will be ranked based on the results of their testing and academic grades Graduation requirements Students are required to complete 2 communications courses • 21 mandatory courses • 3 general education courses to be chosen from the college list Future study options Graduates of this program may be granted credit toward degree studies at other institutions including Davenport University (U.S.A.), Thompson Rivers University, University of New Brunswick, Saint John and University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Changes to articulation opportunities occur on a regular basis. For the latest information, please visit GeorgianCollege.ca/articulations. Start: September Location: Orillia Length: 2 years (4 semesters) Credential: Ontario College Diploma Practical experience: Veterinary hospital practice Articulation: Yes Apply to: ontariocolleges.ca (Code/Major: VETN) Contact: 705.325.2740, ext. 3086 Approximate first-year costs (based on previous year – subject to change): Tuition fees: $2,685.76 Student fees: $880.22 Program fees: $700 One-time fee: $112.46 Books: Costs vary by program; please check with co-ordinator VETERINARY TECHNICIAN VETN Communications courses To be chosen at time of registration Mandatory courses may include Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology 1 Introduction to Veterinary Technology Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology 2 Animal Husbandry and Handling Animal Nursing 1 Veterinary Radiography 1 Veterinary Pharmacology 1 Veterinary Lab Techniques 1 Veterinary Lab Techniques 2 Animal Diseases Companion Animal Nutrition Animal Nursing 2 Veterinary Anesthesia 1 Veterinary Radiography 2 Veterinary Anesthesia 2 Veterinary Surgical Techniques 2 Veterinary Dentistry Veterinary Surgical Techniques 1 Veterinary Office Practices Veterinary Pharmacology 2 Alternatives to Companion Animals HEALTH AND WELLNESS STUDIES GEORGIAN PROGRAM GUIDE 2015 / 2016 110

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