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 Veterinary Technology Diploma
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SchoolThompson Rivers University
LocationKamloops, BC, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 15,500
DegreeDiploma
Honours
Co-op
Length2 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*
Prerequisites
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Physics  or  Grade12 Biology 
  •  Grade11 Foundations for College Mathematics (MAP4C) 
Prerequisites NotesGrade 12 (or equivalent)
English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12 with a minimum C+ (or equivalent)
Foundations of Math 11 with a minimum C+ (or equivalent)
Life Sciences 11 with a minimum C+ (or equivalent)
Strongly recommended: Anatomy & Physiology 12
Cost
International: $18,355
Scholarships
DescriptionInteract daily with a menagerie of small animals and gain experience with livestock, wildlife and birds as a veterinary technician, assisting veterinarians and veterinary scientists. The AHT program gives you the skills to work in diagnostic testing, radiography, medical procedures, office protocol, animal nursing, anesthesia, and surgical assistance.

Although most graduates are employed in private veterinary practices, positions may be obtained in the emerging biotechnical fields, animal shelters, zoological parks and other animal oriented areas in the public and private sectors.

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