Objectifs du programme
The Animal Care program prepares students to provide for the basic needs and care of animals and to clean equipment and facilities. Animal care workers may be called upon to work in animal research centres, commercial pet shops, veterinary clinics, wildlife organizations and institutions (including zoos), humane societies, pounds, animal production farms, grooming businesses, rehabilitation centres and institutions offering pet therapy services.
Fonction de travail
Animal Care Worker
Conditions d'admission
A person who meets the following conditions is eligible for admission to a program of study leading to an STC:
1. Has obtained at least Secondary III credits or the equivalent in the language of instruction, second language and mathematics
or Has obtained an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary Studies (AESS)
or Has successfully completed the General Development Test (GDT) with or without specific prerequisites
2. Has interrupted their full-time studies for at least 12 months
or Is 18 years old when entering training
or Has obtained a Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) or their equivalent
or Meets the eligibility conditions of Emploi-Québec’s workforce training measure
This program is accessible via the TCST-STC bridge.