Animal Care Aide

Be part of a dedicated team of professionals in the field of animal care as you develop practical skills and knowledge for employment in veterinary hospitals, animal shelters and kennels. Learn about animal behaviours, nutrition, wellness, handling and basic care procedures. Apply theory to practice with hands-on sessions in specialized facilities including 20 hours of mandatory work experience.

Your textbook is included with your tuition and will be provided to you before classes begin.

Admission Requirements

C in English 11 or equivalent or successful English assessment
C in one of Applications or Principles of Math 11, Introduction to Math 11, Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11, Workplace Math 11, Foundations of Math 11, Trades Math 11, Consumer Math 11, NIC MAT 053 , or NIC MAT 055 , or NIC Animal Care Aide Math Assessment

Course Requirements

Completion Requirements

Attendance is required in all courses. Absenteeism may result in failure.
Students must maintain a C+ or better in each course to continue and to complete the program.