Unique Pathways & Off-campus Education
Dual Credit - Veterinary Practice: The Team Connection
Overview
Veterinary Practice: The Team Connection (AHT1140) students will become familiar with the aspects of the service cycle within a veterinary clinic. Students will explore veterinary software and their specific application to operating a veterinary practice. They will apply communication skills to create positive experiences for veterinary clients.
See example
course outline for more details and the Olds College
Dual Credit Student Tip Sheet for information about being an Olds College Dual Credit student.
Program Benefits
- Get a jump start on your post-secondary education while still in high school
- Build confidence through developing learning strategies and skills that support your learning transitions
- Earn high school credits and post-secondary credits
- Learn about on-going opportunities and experience post-secondary learning
- Taught by experienced instructors who are connected to industry and support students in making meaningful connections to career pathways
5 Credits, 30 level CTS
and
3 post-secondary credits
Student Eligibility
Open to CBE high school students who:
- are in grades 11 or 12 during the program
- have a strong interest to explore a pathway in animal sciences
- are excited about taking a post-secondary course through an online format
- have completed (or are on track to complete) the following pre/co-requisite courses:
- Science 10
- English Language Arts 10-1 or English Language Arts 10-2 (minimum 60%)
Program Delivery and Location
- This course is delivered fully online and the learning is asynchronous:
- students learn on their own schedule, accessing the lectures and reading materials independently, however
- students must meet all course assignment, quiz and test deadlines
Program Dates
- Semester 2 - February to May 2023
Considerations
- Students must have space in their full year timetable to accommodate the program delivery, location, and dates indicated below.
- Students must submit a
personal learning schedule with their application (see application checklist for details).
- Students must be registered as a full-time student, taking at least one course at their home high school each semester(work experience excluded).
- Students will be expected to communicate with both their CBE supervising teacher and course instructor regularly.
How to Apply
- Read through the course(s) and/or program(s) of interest.
- Review program choice with your school Off-campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counsellor for program readiness and timetabling concerns.
- You are highly encouraged to attend the
Unique Pathways Information Night to ask questions of our program partners and determine if the program is a good fit for you. Connect with your Off-campus Coordinator or Guidance counsellor if you are unable to attend.
- Download and fill in the Dual Credit Application Form Package when available.
- Refer to the application checklist and ensure all items are complete.
- Book an appointment with your Off-campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counselor before the deadline to complete your application, including signatures from all parties.
- The school will submit the application to Unique Pathways on your behalf.
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Application Deadline:
Applications for Winter 2025 are not yet available. Please check back in Fall 2024.
