Program Info
School: | Olds College of Agriculture & Technology | ||
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Faculty: | School of Life Sciences & Business | ||
Degree: | Diploma | ||
Field of Study: | Animal Breeding Animal Health Animal Nutrition Animal Sciences, General Animal Training Veterinary/Animal Health tech./Technician and Veterinary Assistant |
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Description: | If you love caring for animals and their people, the Animal Health Technology diploma program is for you! Learning from faculty boasting over 150 years of accumulated veterinary experience, you will gain the confidence and skills needed for a successful career in the animal health industry.
As part of this 16-month accelerated program, you will become proficient in handling, treating and caring for cats, dogs, sheep and cattle, at the on-campus animal clinic and working farm. You will learn about diagnostic laboratory procedures, animal disease, anatomy and physiology, surgery and anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, dentistry and client communication. You will also learn alongside Veterinary Medical Receptionist and Veterinary Technical Assistant students in the animal hospital, providing a real industry environment scenario. |
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URL: | Animal Health Technology at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology | ||
Length: | 16 Month(s) | ||
Cost per year:* |
Total cost per year including tuition, fees, books, and supplies: $4,257.66 |
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Enrolment #: | 30 | ||
Scholarships: | 6 | ||
Careers: | Biological Technologists and Technicians; Veterinary Assistants and Animal Health Technologists |