St. Clair College

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Veterinary Technician

St. Clair College

Faculty:School of Health Sciences
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Veterinary/Animal Health tech./Technician and Veterinary Assistant
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,715
International: $15,790

Tuition Fees for Fall 2022/Winter 2023.

Careers:Veterinary Assistants and Animal Health Technologists

Description:

Veterinary Technicians assist the Veterinarian in the medical care of animals. Duties include radiography (taking x-rays), nursing, dentistry, nutritional support, minor surgery and laboratory procedures for animals. This program will appeal to students with experience related to animals. They must have a strong background in science and math and good communication skills. Due to the physical demands of the job, they should also have the ability to lift and carry up to 25 kg.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Mathematics 
  •  Grade12 Biology 
  •  Grade12 Chemistry 
  •  Grade12 English 
An OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus successful completion of: Grade 12 English - ENG4U, ENG4C, EAE4C or EAE4U, Grade 12 Math (C) or (U), Senior Level Biology (C) or (U), Senior Level Chemistry (C) or (U); OR equivalent courses from the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program or the Academic and Career Entrance program.
Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 78] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 213] or DuoLingo [min. 100] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.0]
Application Notes : English proficiency requirement: TOEFL iBT 78 with no band lower than 20, or PBT score of 550, or CBT score of 213 / IELTS 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5, Duolingo score of 100.
Additional Admission Requirements:
    For a full list of requirements, please visit the website.

    * 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 April 25, 2023