Veterinary Medical Receptionist
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Veterinary Medical Receptionist
ONE-YEAR CERTIFICATE
Two-Semesters
Fall: September - December
Winter: January - April
Four Weeks Work Experience following the Winter Semester
FALL ENTRY ONLY
The information that you are receiving is current but please be advised that all programs are subject to revision.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
If you are looking for a rewarding career in the animal health industry that combines a genuine interest in with working people as well as animals, then this may be the program for you.
You will learn to become part of a health care team that provides optimum care to animals as well as exceptional customer service to clients. You will receive education and training in office administration, client relations, medical terminology, and animal handling and care. The veterinary medical receptionist will be provided with a well-rounded experience in traditional office skills. The ability to work in teams to develop strong interoffice relationships will be emphasized. Upon successful completion of the required courses, the student will proceed to a four-week Industry practicum in an animal health setting. The location will be mutually arranged by the student and VMR program staff. This on-the-job training can take place in veterinary practices, zoos, wildlife centers and diagnostic or research laboratories located locally, nationally or internationally.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Upon graduating, students will be qualified to work in a wide variety of veterinary office settings including companion animal, large animal, specialty and equine practices as well as other animal health related fields such as pharmaceutical sales, humane societies and shelters, or wildlife rehabilitation.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
a) High school diploma or its equivalent with
b) 50% or better in English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2
c) 50% or better in Pure Math 20 or Applied Math 20
d) 50% or better standing in Biology 20
OR
General requirements for Alternate Admission Status:
• May be required to meet specific program prerequisites
• Acceptance will be based on approval of the program coordinator and the Registrar’s Office
• It is recommended that students entering under Alternate Admission Status register for STDY 100 – College Success Skills offered the week before classes begin in the Fall.
PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS
1. Volunteer or paid work experience (minimum of 20 hours) specifically related to the receptionist duties will be an
asset to applicants of the program.
2. Students in the VMR program are expected to follow a dress code as written in the VMR Policy Handbook.
Students are required to supply the following:
• Scrubs (minimum 2 sets)
• Coveralls (recommend 2 sets)
• Rubber boots (recommend purchasing an insulated pair and non-insulated pair)
• Wrap around lab coats are to be purchased at the Olds College Campus Store
(recommend purchasing at least 2 coats - approximate cost per coat is $45.00)
3. Students are actively involved in animal care throughout the program.
This will include several week long rotations involving evenings, weekends and holidays.
Students are on these rotations from September to April.
Students should be in good health and physically capable of performing the program requirements.
4. All students enrolled in the VMR program are required to be immunized against Rabies. The Rabies vaccine will be provided
at Olds College during the first few weeks of the academic year. Students who have received the rabies vaccination
previously will be required to provide verification upon request.
The registration fee is approximately $125.00 (accommodations will be extra)
TUITION DEPOSIT
$200.00 deposit is required within 45 days of admission
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Fall Semester: September – December
Winter Semester: January – April
Off-Campus Semester: May
Total Credits: 30
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To obtain a certificate students must achieve the following:
1. Completion of a minimum of 30 credits
2. A cumulative GPA of 2.000 or better on written and skills evaluation
3. Fulfillment of the Graduation Policy - Residency Requirement
4. Completion of all courses listed in the program requirements
5. Typing Speed of 30 wpm
6. Successful completion of the Olds College Writing Proficiency Exam |
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