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Access to Seneca's campuses is limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ontario is currently in a shutdown to lessen the spread of the virus. Seneca's on-campus activities for winter 2021 will continue as scheduled.
Information about critical dates and program delivery for the Summer 2021 term is now available.
Veterinary Technician (VTE)
Starts in September
Location
Duration
4 Semesters (2 Years)Credential Awarded
Ontario College DiplomaSchool
School of Health SciencesSeneca is delivering this program online with some on-campus learning activities in January 2021 for specific academic semesters. Students with on-campus activities will receive information about course scheduling and preparing to come to campus. Learn more about technical requirements for online learning.
About the Program
Throughout this two-year diploma program you will gain the knowledge and skills to assist and support veterinary practitioners, public health officers and biomedical research scientists. You will study a variety of subjects, including nutrition, clinical pathology, microbiology, radiography, anatomy, physiology and genetics. These studies will provide you with a strong grasp on animal behaviour, nursing and care. The curriculum is taught by expert faculty who collaborate with students, graduates and industry professionals on applied research projects in the sector. |
To practice in Ontario as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), you must meet and maintain the qualifications set by the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians. You must also complete the Veterinary Technician Examination.
For more information on RVT qualifications, please visit oavt.org.
Work Experience
Field Placement
As a student in this program, if all academic requirements are met, you will have the opportunity to participate in a field placement. Field placements take place in a professional setting during your first three semesters of the Veterinary Technician program. This experience will provide you with further practical experience by working in an animal care facility during your fourth semester.
Your Career
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of employers waiting for you:
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Affiliations/Associations
You will also have the opportunity to become affiliated with the following associations:
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) reciprocity
- Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) teaching facility
- Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT) teaching facility
- College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO) licensed veterinary facility
- Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) Good Animal Practice (GAP) certified
- Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) registration
Student Works and Experiences
View our photo gallery to see what it's like to study veterinary technician