Veterinary Technology Diploma

The TRU Open Learning veterinary technology program allows a student located anywhere in Canada, who is already employed in a veterinary clinical setting, to achieve their goal of becoming an veterinary technologist through online learning. This is achieved by a dynamic partnership of TRU RVT course instructors, a supportive veterinary employer willing to provide clinical mentoring and a student who is a self-motivated, independent learner.

The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) Veterinary Technology Program Accreditation Committee views our Thompson Rivers University veterinary technology program as a fully accredited program delivering training in two methods — on campus and online.

Graduates of our program are eligible to write the Veterinary Technician National Examination. Upon successful completion of the VTNE, graduates can then apply for Registered Veterinary Technologist status with their provincial professional body. This program is recognized in all provinces of Canada and also has full accreditation with the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians.