Summary Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the Halifax Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a registered veterinary technician (RVT). The following information is applicable to all Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians (NOC 32104).
Description
Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians provide technical support to veterinarians by caring for animals and assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health disorders. They are employed in veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, animal shelters, humane societies, zoos, animal research laboratories, pharmaceutical companies and government. Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians who are supervisors are included in this unit group.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.
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Wages
$18.00/hour
Median wage in the Halifax Region
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