College Diploma – Veterinary Technician (1547)

The Veterinary Technician two-year Ontario College Diploma program equips students with the medical, clinical, and laboratory skills required to work alongside veterinarians, public health officers, and research scientists. The curriculum covers nutrition, clinical pathology, microbiology, diagnostic imaging, anatomy, physiology, genetics, and species-specific nursing care.

The program utilizes a humane, simulation-based learning approach. Students master essential clinical and surgical techniques using advanced anatomical models and realistic simulation scenarios risk-free before progressing to hands-on field placements working with live animals. Graduates are encouraged to pursue professional designation as Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs).

Academic Qualification: High School / Grade 12 completion. (Prior experience with animals through pet ownership, veterinary clinics, or farm work is highly recommended.)

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 80.0

• PTE: 53.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional Admission: Available for applicants who do not meet language proficiency score requirements by completing designated English pathway courses prior to full academic enrollment. Direct admission applicants missing language test results must provide valid scores prior to receiving a final offer letter.

Value: $1,500 – $2,500 CAD (automatically applied after Day 10 of the term).

Award Breakdown:

70% – 79% average: $1,500 CAD

80% – 89% average: $2,000 CAD

90% – 100% average: $2,500 CAD

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be enrolled in Year 1 of an eligible degree program across any Conestoga campus (Fall, Winter, or Spring terms).

Minimum 70% admission average required.

Exclusion: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students are ineligible.

Maintenance Requirement: Continuing students must maintain a minimum 70% Program Weighted Average to retain funding.