Offered by Northern College in Timmins, Canada, Diploma in Veterinary Technician is a diploma in Animal Science programme. The programme runs for 4 semesters, delivered on campus. Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is CAD 15,716 per year (CAD 2,775 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Animal Science
Duration: 4 semesters
Delivery: On Campus
Language: English
Local tuition: CAD 2,775 / year
International tuition: CAD 15,716 / year
Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This course consists of weekly study sessions to help graduating students prepare to challenge their professional registry examination, the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE). The content reflects the practice domains covered by the VTNE, currently set up as follows: Domain 2. Surgical Prep & Assisting; Domain 3. Dentistry Procedures; Domain 5. Animal Care and Nursing; Domain 6. Radiography, Ultrasound; Domain 7. Anesthesia. It is recognized that acquisition of medical vocabulary is essential in answering many VTNE questions, as is proficiency in basic mathematical calculations. Students will review strategies considered helpful in taking multiple choice tests. Examples of typical RVT questions will be covered in this class. Questions the instructor considers “essential RVT knowledge” will be highlighted. It should be noted that the instructor never sees the actual paper RVT candidates write, but is presenting an “educated guess” on material likely to be on the exam. The Angoff method of scoring which the VTNE uses is explained.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Domestic admission requires Grade 12 English (C or U), Grade 12 Math (C or U), Grade 12 Chemistry (C or U) (a Grade 11 U Chemistry may substitute for Grade 12 C Chemistry), and Grade 11 Biology (C or U), each at a minimum of 60%, or equivalent qualifications. Graduates of Northern's Veterinary Assistant program must additionally have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 on graduation to be admitted. International applicants must also provide proof of a senior high school diploma/certificate and meet English proficiency with one of: IELTS Academic overall 6.0 with no band below 5.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58+, or Duolingo 105+. A CO-OP Work Permit is mandatory for this program to participate in unpaid program placements.
Application Details
Start Date:Fall and Winter
Application Deadline:February 1, 2027 is the equal-consideration date for Fall 2027 entry to this competitive program; applications after that date are waitlisted or considered first-come, first-served if seats remain.
