Student Experience

What to Expect

The Veterinary Assistant program will provide you with a well-rounded foundation of knowledge in clinical nursing and surgical care, grooming, nutrition, behavior, and client service practices that are essential for employment in the animal care business.
Our Veterinary Assistant program faculty provide you with an up to date education based on their years of experience in the field of veterinary medicine and animal care.

Student holding a cat in the Veterinary Clinic and Learning Centre

Work Integrated Learning

In the Veterinary Assistant program you obtain experience with anesthetic monitoring equipment, surgical instruments and preparation, radiography, laboratory samples and diagnostic tests. Basic grooming techniques and veterinary practice software are also taught. You will provide care to our in house population of companion animals. A field placement completes your program of study.