Oulton College

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Veterinary Technician

Oulton College

Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Veterinary/Animal Health tech./Technician and Veterinary Assistant
Length:2 Year(s)
Careers:Veterinary Assistants and Animal Health Technologists

Description:

The Oulton College Veterinary Technician Diploma Program prepares you for a career in the growing field of veterinary medicine. Advancement in diagnostics and treatments has resulted in an increased demand for Veterinary Technicians. In addition to ensuring the health care of companion animals, graduates also find employment in other related fields ranging from equine practice, to working in diagnostic laboratories, to veterinary supply and sales.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •   Biology 
  •   English 
  •   Mathematics 
Applicants are required to have a Grade 12 Diploma, Adult Diploma or GED, as well as Grade 11 or 12 Biology with a minimum average of 65%, Grade 11 or 12 English with a minimum average of 65%, and Grade 11 or 12 Academic Math Level with a minimum average of 65%. Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry and/or Physics is considered an asset.
Test Scores:
  • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.0] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 80]
Application Notes : Unless they have completed a minimum of three years of study at a school where English is the language of instruction, international students whose first language is not English must submit proof of English language proficiency: CAEL – minimum score of 60;IELTS – 6.0 with no individual score lower than 5.5; TOEFL (IBT) - 80, with no individual score lower than 18; MELAB - minimum score of 80
Duolinguo - minimum score of 55; Cambridge English - minimum score of 169; or Pearson Test of English - minimum score of 50.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on October 05, 2019