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Program facts

  • Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
  • Duration
    16 months
  • Annual tuition fee
    15,606 CAD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

  • Language taught in
    English
  • Start date
    September, January, August

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Program overview

What Olds College of Agriculture and Technology says about their program:
"If you love caring for animals and their people, the Animal Health Technology diploma program is for you!


As part of this 16-month accelerated program, you will become proficient in handling, treating and caring for cats, dogs, horses, sheep and cattle, at the new Animal Health Education Center and Smart Farm. You will learn about diagnostic laboratory procedures, animal disease, anatomy and physiology, surgery and anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, dentistry and client communication. You will also learn alongside Veterinary Medical Receptionist and Veterinary Technical Assistant students.
As part of the Animal Health Technology program, you will complete a six-week industry practicum, working directly with industry professionals. "

Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Applicants to Bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma that is eligible for further academic studies in the country where it was earned.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS: 6, Reading 5.5, Writing 5.5, Listening 5.5, Speaking 5.5
  • TOEFL IBT: Overall score of no less than 80; with no academic section below 18
  • PTE Academic: Overall score of at least 55; with no communicative skill profile below 55
  • CAEL (online): Overall score of no less than 60; with no band below 50
  • Duolingo English Test: 110

English proficiency waivers

  • Applicants whose first language is English
  • Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate that they have completed at least three years of academic study conducted entirely in English.

Documents required

  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Passport identification page
  • Proof of Financial Support
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Translations
  • Portfolio (Brewmaster & Brewery Operations Management)
  • CV (Brewmaster & Brewery Operations Management)

Fees and funding

Funding

International Student Excellence Award

  • Available to full-time students enrolled in their first-year of a certificate or diploma at Olds College, who have not previously studied in Canada. Awarded on the basis of a superior admission average. Awarded to a student who is attending Olds College on a Study Permit in a Business or Hospitality program.
  • Amount: $2,000

International Student Agriculture Merit Award

  • Available to full-time students enrolled in their first-year certificate, diploma, degree or applied degree program at Olds College, who have not previously studied in Canada. Awarded on the basis of superior admission average and demonstrated leadership qualities. Awarded to a citizen of Central or South America who is attending Olds College on a Study Permit. Preference will be given to students who have previous agriculture experience or an agriculture-education background.
  • Amount: $1,500

International Student Achievement Award

  • Available to full-time students enrolled in their first-year certificate, diploma, degree or applied degree program at Olds College, who have not previously studied in Canada. Awarded on the basis of a superior admission average. Awarded to a citizen of the Philippines who applied through Canada Advantage and is attending Olds College on a Study Permit. Preference will be given to students enrolled in Hospitality-related programs or the Bachelor of Digital Agriculture degree.
  • Amount: $3,000

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition: from $17,552 to $41,854 per year
  • Graduate tuition: from $17,552 to $18,810 per year

Visa requirements for Olds College of Agriculture and Technology

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Canada student visa requirements