Earn your Veterinary Technology diploma and pursue your passion for animal care. The Maritime Business College Veterinary Technology Diploma Program is the first and only one of its kind in Halifax!
If you love animals and are looking for a professional career that will be both personally and professionally rewarding, you owe it to yourself to explore your potential in animal care. Become a veterinary technician to have a positive impact on the health and well being of animals.
Graduates from this program are trained to work in a variety of animal care settings under the supervision of a Veterinarian. They are trained to help with physical assessments, collect samples and perform laboratory tests, prepare animals and operating rooms for surgery, monitor anesthesia during surgeries, administer vaccines and medications, provide post-operative care, and maintain a high standard of cleanliness and maintenance. Administrative tasks include filling veterinary prescriptions, maintaining inventories of animal care supplies, scheduling operating rooms, preparing invoices, and maintaining records. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
- Grade12 Mathematics
- Grade12 Chemistry
- Grade12 Biology
You can apply for admission into this program if you have the following qualifications: Grade 12 diploma or GED with a grade of 65% or higher in Grade 12 Math, Chemistry & Biology. |
| Application Notes : | To learn more about your possible career opportunities in animal care and to explore if this is the right career path for you, fill out our form to receive additional information. A helpful Maritime Business College Admissions Advisor will assist you with everything from course questions to financial aid. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.