Diploma in Animal Health Technology
Olds, Canada
DURATION
16 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
CAD 10,776 *
STUDY FORMAT
Blended
* per term for international student I 4,874 CAD for for domestic student
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Introduction
If you love caring for animals, the Anima 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.
Work-Integrated Learning
As part of the Animal Health Technician program, you will complete a six-week industry practicum, working directly with industry professionals.
Accreditation
Upon graduation from the Animal Health Technology (AHT) Diploma, you are eligible to write the Registered Veterinary Technologist/Technician (RVT) provincial licensing exam to become a RVT. You will be taught a Canadian Veterinary Medical Association accredited curriculum.
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Curriculum
Term 1
Completed the following:
- COM1020 - Workplace Communication (3-0-0 hrs)
- AHT1050 - Introduction to the Veterinary Profession (3-0-0 hrs)
Term 2
Completed the following:
- AHT1040 - Animal Behaviour and Handling (3-3-0 hrs)
- AHT1080 - Animal Nutrition and Terminology (3-0-0 hrs)
- AHT1110 - Animal Wellness (3-3-0 hrs)
- AHT1140 - Veterinary Practice: The Team Connection (3-0-0 hrs)
- AHT1160 - Veterinary Elective Equipment and Procedures (0-3-0 hrs)
- AHT1170 - Introductory Pharmacy and Preventative Care (3-0-0 hrs)
Term 3
Completed the following:
- AHT1150 - Hospital Procedures (0-3-3 hrs)
- AHT1210 - Investigating the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems (3-3-0 hrs)
- AHT1220 - Investigating the Urinary, Reproductive and Endocrine Systems (3-3-0 hrs)
- AHT1230 - Investigating the Digestive and Integumentary Systems (3-3-0 hrs)
- AHT1240 - Investigating the Musculoskeletal, Neurological and Sensory Systems (3-0-0 hrs)
- AHT1130 - Anesthesia, and Analgesia (3-0-0 hrs)
Term 4
Completed the following:
- AHT2150 - Small Animal Surgery, Dentistry, and Anesthesia (0-3-0 hrs)
- AHT2140 - Large Animal Procedures (0-3-0 hrs)
- AHT2120 - Small Animal Clinical Procedures (0-3-0 hrs)
- AHT2110 - Clinical Skills (0-3-0 hrs)
- AHT2850 - Professional Skills Development (3-0-0 hrs)
Term 5
Complete 1 of the following
- AHT2950 - Industry Directed Field Study (1-0-0 hrs)
- Pre-requisite: Students must successfully complete all other required courses and have a GPA of 2.0.
Career Opportunities
Olds College has a solid reputation for working with employers in the industry! This directly translates into jobs for our graduates. Opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Veterinary Clinics
- Diagnostic/Research laboratories
- Livestock operations
- Industry/sales
- Wildlife rehabilitation centers
- Zoos
- Educational programs