Curious about working in a veterinary clinic or animal care field? This veterinary science camp gives you a taste! Through interactive lessons, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences, you'll explore essential skills and discover a variety of career options in veterinary science. If you're aged 13-16 and considering a career in this industry, this camp will introduce you to animal care basics and first aid.
You will learn some basics of animal care & first aid:
- Animal Behaviour, Safety, Handling & Restraint
- General Animal Health Assessment & Physical Exams
- Basic First Aid
- Bandaging Techniques
The instructor and guest speakers will give you a great idea of the role each veterinary team member plays, and you'll enjoy the hands-on time in the afternoon with our cuddly animals!
Each day you will spend some time in the classroom in the morning, then doing hands-on learning in the afternoon. One day there will be a field trip (bus transportation & lunch included) to visit and tour some animal care facilities.
Dates:
- Intake 1: July 21 - 24, 2025
- Intake 2: August 11 - 14, 2025
Delivery: Olds Campus
Costs: $595. All materials and field day trip are included
Length of Program: Four Days
Credentials: None
Applications Deadline: Registrations will be accepted until the class is full (apply early to ensure your seat)
Prerequisites: None
In this hands-on course, you will become familiar with the roles and responsibilities of:
- Veterinary Medical Receptionists
- Veterinary Technical Assistants
- Animal Health Technologists
- Veterinarians
- Non-veterinary animal care facilities