

Because of the support of champions for animal care and education, all graduates of the Douglas VTEC program will be eligible for the Kristianson Veterinary Technology National Exam Bursary to cover the cost of the exam.

Upon graduation, students must write and pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) provided by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards. Veterinary Technician National Examination

Graduates are prepared to find positions in veterinary clinics/hospitals (small and large animal, referral, emergency), research facilities, pharmaceutical companies, private industry, zoos, aquaria, wildlife parks, animal shelters and rescue organizations. Applicants may be invited for an interview. A Task Observation Form (this will detail your minimum 80 hours of veterinary experience).Īll of the above documentation must be received by the program application deadline date.A short VTEC Entrance Questionnaire - (to be submitted in your own handwriting).Foundations of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11 or Pre-calculus 12 with a minimum of CĪfter official transcripts have been reviewed by the registrar's office determining that you have met the program academic prerequisites, the following additional program documents are required:.One grade 12 Science course with a minimum of C+ (Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Geology 12, Physics 12).Biology 11 with a minimum of C+ (Biology 12 with a minimum of C+ fulfils this requirement).Chemistry 11 with a minimum of C+ (Chemistry 12 with a minimum of C+ fulfills this requirement).Official transcripts required (photocopies or electronic copies are not accepted): Completion of the following courses (or equivalents) by the application deadline (exception for secondary school students).Government regulations and program policy require students to be a minimum age of 18 years by December 31 of year of program start.Graduation from BC Secondary School (or equivalent) or mature student status.Workplace Communications for Veterinary TechnologyĪpplicants must meet the admission requirements listed below: A minimum program GPA of 2.0 is required.A minimum grade of "C" is required in all courses.

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Graduation from this CVBC, CCAC- and CVMA-accredited program enables you to write the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) and thus qualify for registration in Canada and in many parts of the United States as a Registered Veterinary Technologist. The curriculum includes both theoretical and practical aspects of providing small and large animal nursing, assisting veterinarians and performing laboratory, radiology and anesthesia procedures. You will be well versed in many fields of animal health care, animal management and laboratory procedures. This two-year career diploma program will prepare you to become a valuable member of the veterinary medical profession.
