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Animal Health Technology
Overview
  • Two-year Diploma
  • September entry date*
  • Notre Dame Campus
  • Practicum experience
  • Articulation Agreement: University of Minnesota-Crookston
  • Due to high demand, this program is open to Manitoba residents only

Description
Animal Health Technology is designed to provide a sound fundamental knowledge of the basic sciences to support understanding and application of the principles of veterinary medicine.

The program covers topics such as animal management, medical and surgical nursing, anesthesia, diagnostic procedures and practice management.

The first year focuses on developing a sound knowledge of the basic sciences as a foundation for animal healthcare. The second year focuses on veterinary medical skills in nursing, radiology, clinical laboratory procedures, anesthesia, and practice management. It includes training in the care of laboratory animals, avian, and exotic species.

Course material will be presented through lectures and practical laboratory experience. Practical training in all areas is reinforced through work experiences.

*This program often has a wait list of applicants. Please refer to this program's Program Dates and Fees webpage to determine the next available Term 1 start date (subject to change).

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