Course Information
The increase in the number of pet lovers in Singapore had resulted in a greater need for pet-related services and products.
The Specialist Diploma in Veterinary Clinical Practice aims to deepen the skills of veterinary technicians currently working in the veterinary, animal care and related industries.
The course will focus on veterinary clinical practice and provide skills to enable career progression and job broadening, and will enhance their productivity and versatility in the veterinary care industry.
Skills-Based Modular Courses (SBMC) are available. Please view Lesson Plan to find relevant SBMC. SBMC are bite-sized part-time courses for individuals to acquire new skills or deepen relevant skills, without the need to pursue a full diploma.
Learning Outcomes
Build your clinical skills and knowledge in emergency and critical animal care with guidance from experienced veterinarian lecturers. From statutory regulations in veterinary practice to shelter management, you will learn how to manage trauma, common emergencies and skills to market veterinary products and services.
Course
Schedule
Monday, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Tuesday, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Wednesday, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Course Start Date: 19 Apr 2021_x000D_
Application Period: 15 Dec 2020 to 31 Jan 2021_x000D_
Application Outcome: 1 Mar 2021_x000D_
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Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
Lesson Plan
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Certification
Certification
You are required to complete 2 post-diploma certificates within 2-year validity period to be awarded the Specialist Diploma qualification.
Entry Requirements
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- A local Polytechnic Diplomaor Degree in a relevant discipline, and
- Significant animal handling experience or who display a deep passion for animal care
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Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 5 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.
Course Fees
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- The fees below are per semester.
- The fees below are inclusive of GST.
- The fees below are determined based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review and revision.
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All Singaporeans aged 25 years and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay f​or a wide range of courses. The credits can be used on top of existing course fee subsidies/funding. This is only applicable for self-sponsored applicants and must be applied via the SkillsFuture Portal. More details on the SkillsFuture Credit Claims will be advised upon admission into the course. Find out more about SkillsFuture Credit at www.skillsfuture.sg/credit._x000D_
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Skills-Based Modular Courses (SBMCs) are bite-sized part-time courses for individuals to acquire new skills or deepen relevant skills, without the need to pursue a full diploma. Refer here for course fees for SBMCs.
Applicants / Eligibility | Fees |
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Singapore Citizens (SC) below the age of 40 years | $442.02 |
Singapore Citizens (SC) aged 40 and above | $294.69 |
Singapore Permanent Residents (PR) | $1178.70 |
Enhanced Training Support for SME Scheme (for SC & SPR) | $304.32 |
Others (and Repeat Students) | $2946.78 |