这项为期两年，为期两个学期的安大略大学证书课程为学生提供了扎实的理论和实践技能基础，这些知识和技能是兽医医学领域和相关动物护理机构中的支持人员。学生学习动物处理和约束，护理和外科护理，常见疾病，动物行为，实验室程序，美容技术，业务程序和客户服务技能。还强调发展强大的人际交往和沟通技巧。学生从事多种学习形式，主要侧重于伴侣动物的护理，以及有关大型动物，庇护动物和实验动物的护理的其他信息。
The one-year, two-semester Veterinary Assistant Ontario College Certificate program provides you with a strong foundation of theory and practical skills necessary to provide quality care and support in veterinary and animal care settings. Areas of study include animal handling and restraint, surgical preparation, common diseases, animal behavior, laboratory procedures, grooming techniques, business practices,and client services. The development of strong interpersonal and communication skills is emphasized. The program relies on a variety of course delivery formats including traditional in-class labs and lectures, as well as on-line and hybrid courses and off-site labs. The focus is primarily companion animal care, with additional information on large animal, shelter animal and laboratory animal care.<br><br>Employment opportunities for veterinary assistants are varied and may include veterinary clinics, animal shelter and rescue organizations, wildlife sanctuaries, research facilities, grooming and pet care businesses.