XI. Certificate Programs
Veterinary Assistant and Office Administration (CVAOA)
OCAS Program Code R101 (2 Semesters)
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).
University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus requires that all Veterinary Technology and Veterinary Assistant and Office Administration students be immunized against the rabies virus and have an adequate rabies serum titre (>0.5 IU/ml).
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 - Fall | ||
| CVOA*1050 | Anatomy and Terminology | 0.75 |
| CVOA*1200 | Clinical Exercises I | 0.50 |
| CVOA*1410 | Pharmacology, Math and Accounting | 0.50 |
| CVOA*1420 | Veterinary Communications | 0.50 |
| CVOA*1460 | Nutrition and Animal Care I | 0.50 |
| Semester 2 - Winter | ||
| CVOA*2050 | Animal Diseases | 0.50 |
| CVOA*2060 | Clinical Safety | 0.50 |
| CVOA*2200 | Clinical Exercises II | 0.50 |
| CVOA*2430 | Veterinary Software and Front Office | 0.50 |
| CVOA*2450 | Human Resources, Marketing and Public Relations | 0.50 |
| CVOA*2460 | Animal Care II | 0.50 |
| CVOA*2500 | Veterinary Industry Placement | 0.25 |
Contact the Ridgetown Campus recruitment department for information on admission requirements, fees and courses.
Performance Horse Handler Certificate (CPHH)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 - Fall | ||
| CPHH*1000 | Equine Behaviour and Handling I | 0.50 |
| CPHH*1010 | Management, Safety and Economics in the Barn | 0.50 |
| CPHH*1020 | Equine Health, Wellness and Disease Prevention | 0.50 |
| CPHH*1040 | Equine Facility Maintenance | 0.50 |
| CPHH*1050 | Tools for Employment Success | 0.50 |
| CPHH*1070 | Equine Industry Placement I | 0.00 |
| Semester 2 - Winter | ||
| CPHH*2000 | Equine Behaviour and Handling II | 0.50 |
| CPHH*2010 | Management, Safety and Economics in the Barn II | 0.50 |
| CPHH*2020 | Equine Health, Wellness and Bio-Security | 0.50 |
| CPHH*2030 | Applied Anatomy and Problems of the Peformance Horse II | 0.50 |
| CPHH*2040 | Business and Professionalism | 0.50 |
| CPHH*2050 | Applied Performance Horse Conditioning | 0.50 |
| CPHH*2070 | Equine Industry Placement II | 0.00 |