Offered by St. Clair College in Windsor, Canada, Diploma in Veterinary Technician is a diploma in Animal Science programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is CAD 20,289 per year (CAD 5,587 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Animal Science
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Language: English
Local tuition: CAD 5,587 / year
International tuition: CAD 20,289 / year
Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
Program Overview Veterinary Technicians assist the Veterinarian in the medical care of animals. Duties include radiography (taking x-rays), nursing, dentistry, nutritional support, surgical nursing and laboratory procedures for animals. This program will appeal to students with experience related to animals. They must have a strong background in science and math and good communication skills. Due to the physical demands of the job, they should also have the ability to lift and carry up to 25 kg. Program Highlights Exceptional hands-on skills in the following species: Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, Birds, Rats, Mice, Horses, Cattle, and Sheep. Accredited by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association. Teaching hospital accredited by the College of Veterinarians of Ontario. Facilities and animal use approved by the Canadian Council on Animal Care. Accredited by the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians. Work experience during semesters two and four. St. Clair College takes great pride in producing graduates who excel in their field. Students consistently demonstrate exceptional proficiency and achieve an outstanding 96% first-attempt pass rate on the North American Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE). Articulation Agreement with St. Matthews University in the Cayman Islands to become a veterinarian. The program has been in existence for over 50 years Career Opportunities Numerous positions exist in: Small and Large Animal Veterinary Clinics Livestock Health Facilities Wildlife Centres Pathology Clinics Zoological Parks Research Laboratory Entrepreneurship Animal Behaviourist Educator Practice Manager Humane Societies Pharmaceutical and Pet Food Industry Government (Animal Welfare Inspectors, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs) We invite you to explore www.rvtcareernavigator.ca to engage your passion and find your future in Veterinary medicine. Registered Veterinary Technologist/Technicians of Canada (RVTTC)
Requirements
Admission Requirements: St. Clair College's Veterinary Technician diploma requires an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level, plus Grade 12 English (ENG4U, ENG4C, EAE4C or EAE4U), Grade 12 Math (C) or (U), and senior-level Biology and Chemistry (C) or (U), or equivalent courses from the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway or the Academic and Career Entrance program; mature applicants without an OSSD are directed to the college's Admission Procedures page. The programme page states no independent English score and defers to St. Clair College's general requirements: international applicants need IELTS Academic 6.0 overall, TOEFL iBT 60, PTE Academic 52, CAEL 60, Duolingo 110. Applicants are advised to interview a Registered Veterinary Technician and gain clinic experience beforehand, and a prophylactic rabies immunization (about $1,100, usually drug-plan covered) is required.
Application Details
Application Deadline:St. Clair College flags this program as high-interest and potentially oversubscribed, recommending applications be submitted by 1 February 2027, its equal-consideration date for Fall 2027 entry, before it moves to first-come, first-served assessment.
