Admission Requirements

Minimum criteria for admission

1. Educational Requirements
   1. B.C. Grade 12 or equivalent, C average
   2. B.C. Principles of Math 11 or equivalent*, C+ minimum grade
   3. B.C. Chemistry 11 or equivalent*, C+ minimum grade
   4. B.C. Biology 11 or equivalent*, C+ minimum grade
   5. The prospective applicant must also have taken one British Columbia Grade 12 Science (or equivalent*, C+ minimum grade). If this course is Biology 12 or BIOL 060 then the requirement for Biology 11 (or equivalent*, C+ minimum grade) is waived. Note: Biology 12 or BIOL 060 is recommended.
   6. B.C. English 12/Government Composite of 67% * or LPI Level 3 or English 060 C+ minimum

      Consult Department Chairperson for course equivalencies

      Note: Mature student status does not apply to this program.

2. General Requirements
   1. Canadian Citizenship or Landed Immigrant Status
   2. Evidence of orientation to a veterinary practice (signature of veterinarian required). It is recommended that applicants attempt to complete two weeks working or volunteering in a veterinary clinic.
   3. Submission of completed questionnaire with application
   4. One reference letter from each of the following 3 areas:
   • current veterinary orientation site
   • other animal related experience site
   • any non veterinary work or volunteer experience
   1. Submission of result of Language Proficiency Index if no Grade 12 English
   2. Computing experience recommended.
   3. Attendance at Program Orientation session and Admissions Interview upon invitation from the Animal Health Technology Department
   4. Successful medical – upon acceptance
   5. Complete immunization schedule – upon acceptance

Competition for admission to the AHT program is extremely intensive and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission or an interview.

Note: Applicants should have a sound secondary school background and an interest in working with and caring for animals. This includes such areas as farms, SPCA, wildlife refuges or any other animal oriented facility. Students should have a desire to develop manual and technical skills. Practical experience in a veterinary facility is considered essential for admission to the AHT program. Consultation with practicing AHTs is strongly advised. Successful applicants may be required to spend additional time at a veterinary facility before commencing classes.

Note: The Chairperson may at his or her discretion, waive certain entrance requirements. Please contact the Chairperson for advice.