This full-time, 660-hour program consists of nine modules and will prepare students to work in a veterinary hospital where they will be working with animals and people on a daily basis. Students will learn how to be an integral part of a small animal hospital as a Veterinary Administrative Assistant. As a qualified front line assistant, they will be learning how to be a top notch receptionist with above average people skills and will be capable of running the front desk, including answering the phones and booking appointments. Students will also be learning some of the skills to assist with the animals that come in for care, whether they are injured, sick, or aggressive. Students will learn how to become the face and voice of a veterinary hospital or clinic.
When to apply
Applications are accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year for entrance to the Fall semester only. Qualified applicants are considered for the next intake in which there is space. See Continuous application process for more information.
Applicants will be advised of an admission decision and, if accepted, will be provided with registration information. Full tuition is due at the time of registration.
The program length is 660 hours and is completed in a full-time capacity.
Location
The program is located at the Chilliwack campus (Canada Education Park).
Program outline
Course
Title
Hours
STT VAA01
Veterinary Business Fundamentals
60
STT VAA02
Veterinary Hospital Fundamentals
60
STT VAA03
Veterinary Surgical Fundamentals
60
STT VAA04
Anatomy, Physiology, and Common Diseases
60
STT VAA05
Introduction to Veterinary Pharmaceuticals
60
STT VAA06
Grooming
60
STT VAA07
Animal Behaviour
60
STT VAA08
Animal Shelters and Lab Husbandry
60
STT VAA09
Bookkeeping
32
STT VAA10
Practicum
120
STT VAA11
Review
28
Graduation requirements
Students must achieve a grade of 75% in each course to be eligible for the practicum and to receive their certificate. Successful completion of both theory and practicum must be achieved to obtain the certificate.
Maximum length of time to complete program
Students must complete the program requirements within three years.
For more information
Contact Continuing Education at 604-851-6324, or 604-504-7441 local 6324, or toll-free (within Canada) 1-888-504-7441 local 6324, or continuingeducation@ufv.ca.
