This certificate program is offered full time over eight months on the Vermilion campus. Graduates of this program will have the skills required to work as a Veterinary Medical Assistant typically in a veterinary practice but not limited to only these locations. The Veterinary Medical Assistant is an integral part of the veterinary health care team. Extensive hands-on experience allows students to develop skills in: animal restraint, instrument care, surgery pack preparation, assisting with radiographs (x-rays), receptionist duties, nursing care assistance, hospital disinfection, maintaining medical records, feeding, exercise and cleaning of kenneled animals.
The program culminates in a four-week practicum placement at an approved facility anywhere in Canada. The practicum further exposes the student to more specialized areas of veterinary practice.
The most common career opportunities for the Veterinary Medical Assistant include: supporting the entire veterinary team in a variety of veterinary practices, working at a humane society/animal shelter or a pet store.
Admission Requirements:
High school diploma with a minimum of 50% in:
- English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2
- Biology 20
- Math 20-1 or Math 20-2
- 20 hours of work experience at a veterinary practice
Out-of-province applicants or those not meeting the admission requirements should refer to the Application and Admissions section of the website.
Acceptance is based on meeting the academic requirements and completing the work experience component.
Graduation Requirements:
Students completing the requirements with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 will be awarded a Veterinary Medical Assistant certificate.
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