Veterinary Assistant Ontario College Certificate program

Program Overview

The Veterinary Assistant Ontario College Certificate program at Georgian College prepares individuals to assist veterinary professionals in animal care settings. The program emphasizes working with companion animals and offers high student satisfaction. It consists of 11 program-specific courses, 1 communication course, and 1 general education course, delivered fully in person. Graduates may find employment in various settings, including veterinary clinics, zoos, and animal shelters.

Program Outline

Veterinary Assistant Ontario College Certificate program at Georgian College

Degree Overview:

The Veterinary Assistant program prepares individuals to assist veterinary professionals in the practice of veterinary medicine in animal care settings. The program emphasizes working with companion animals and offers high student satisfaction.

Outline:

The program consists of 11 program courses, 1 communication course, and 1 general education course. It is delivered fully in person and requires students to attend classes on campus.

Program-specific courses:

• Semester 1
• VETA 1002 - Front Office and Reception
• VETA 1003 - Clinical Procedures
• VETA 1004 - Laboratory Procedures and Radiography
• VETA 1010 - Success in Veterinary Assistant
• VETA 1011 - Veterinary Anatomy, Physiology and Diseases
• VETA 1012 - Veterinary Medical Terminology
• Semester 2
• VETA 2001 - Surgery and Anesthesia
• VETA 2002 - Animal Nursing and Pharmacology
• VETA 2003 - Client Communications and Hospital Management
• VETA 2004 - Capstone Project
• VETA 2005 - Animal Welfare and Behaviour

Communications course:

• Select 1 course from the communications list during registration.

General Education course:

Careers:

Graduates of the program may find employment in various settings, including veterinary clinics, zoos, wildlife centers, pet stores, animal shelters, and grooming facilities.

Other:

• The program begins in the winter semester.
• The on-campus veterinary hospital provides hands-on experience.
• Students participate in a surgical rotation in the final semester, assisting with spays and neuters.
• Graduates must be current on rabies vaccinations.
• The program has a good job placement rate.

Additional Notes:

• More detailed information can be found in the program outline and on the Georgian College website.
• You can also contact the Office of the Registrar for further questions.