This certificate program offers specialized training to prepare the student for a front-line role in the field of animal health. The principal objectives are to develop effective interpersonal communication skills, business management skills and the basic technical skills and knowledge of animal care, and the practices and protocols of a veterinary clinic. Other employment opportunities include animal shelters, pet stores, boarding facilities, emergency clinics and referral hospitals. Applicants must have obtained an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent).
Semester 1
| CVMR*1010 |
Animal Care |
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| CVMR*1030 |
Business Communications |
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| CVMR*1040 |
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Anatomy |
| CVMR*1160 |
Veterinary Medical Terminology |
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| CVMR*1080 |
Introduction to Computers |
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| CVMR*1090 |
Business Math and Office Accounting |
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| CVMR*1120 |
Pharmacology |
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| CVMR*1190 |
Veterinary Hospital Marketing |
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Semester 2
| CVMR*1020 |
Veterinary Office Software |
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| CVMR*1050 |
Animal Diseases |
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| CVMR*1060 |
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Clinical Safety |
| CVMR*1070 |
Keyboarding / Dictatyping |
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| CVMR*1100 |
Nutrition |
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| CVMR*1110 |
Website Design |
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| CVMR*1140 |
Front Office Administration |
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| CVMR*1150 |
Work Placement |
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| CVMR*1170 |
Human Resource Administration |
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| CVMR*1210 |
Clinical Exercises |
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Contact Carolyn Lucio, Business Development and Training Group, Ridgetown Campus directly at 519/674-1524 (email: clucio@ridgetownc.uoguelph.ca), fax 519-674-1530 for information on admission requirements, fees and courses.
