Animal Health Technology Two-Year Diploma, Vermilion, On Site This diploma program produces a competent graduate who is an integral part of the veterinary health care team. Extensive handson experience during the two-year program allows students to fully develop skills such as anesthetic monitoring, surgical prepping, radiology, and laboratory analysis in hematology, clinical chemistry and urinalysis. The College farm is also used extensively to teach such large animal skills as obstetrics, treating and handling large animals, and blood collection and pathology. Field trips, including one major conference, will expose students to professionals in their chosen field and allow them to network and make contacts within the industry. Career possibilities for AHT’s are constantly changing and expanding. Second year culminates in a six-week practicum placement in an approved facility with placements ranging all over Canada. A student’s practicum may allow them to gain further exposure to their area of special interest which may include emergency and critical care, oncology, equine medicine or lab animal/wildlife care. Employment opportunities are available in all of these diverse areas. Admission Requirements: High school diploma with a minimum of: • 50% in English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2 • 50% in Chemistry 30 • 60% in Biology 30 • 60% in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 Out-of-province students or those not meeting the admission requirements should refer to the Admissions section of the website. Note: Competitive entrance for on-site delivery is in effect and will be based on a combination of academics and a work experience evaluation. Applicants meeting admission requirements will be sent forms to complete the work experience (40 hours). Work experience must be completed at a veterinary clinic prior to the middle of July and within the past two years. Curriculum: Year I Required Courses VS 101 Anatomy and Physiology VS 102 Animal Behaviour and Handling VS 103 Animal Care and Nursing I VS 104 Communications I VS 105 Surgery I VS 106 Laboratory Procedures I VS 107 Animal Care and Nursing II VS 108 Anesthesia and Analgesia VS 109 Nutrition VS 110 Animal Diseases I Total
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Year II Required Courses VS 202 Surgery, Dentistry and Pain Management VS 203 Laboratory Procedures II VS 204 Pharmacology VS 205 Diagnostic Imaging VS 206 Animal Care and Nursing IV VS 207 Animal Diseases II VS 208 Clinical Practices VS 210 Practicum VS 220 Student Led Clinic I VS 221 Student Led Clinic II Total
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Graduation Requirements: Students completing the requirements with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 will be awarded an Animal Health Technology diploma. Accreditation: This program is fully accredited by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association. Active membership with the Alberta Association of Animal Health Technologists (AAAHT) is mandatory for employment as an Animal Health Technologist in Alberta. Students are also required to successfully pass the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) in the spring of their graduating year. Opportunities for Further Study: • Olds College • Athabasca University • University of Lethbridge • University of Saskatchewan Students wishing to transfer to another institution must ensure that they meet the admission requirements of that institution.
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