Equine Reproduction Technician Certificate

This one year program - unique in Canada - will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage or operate an equine breeding facility, taught from experienced instructors and Doctors of Veterinary Medicine.Through hands-on instruction, you’ll gain proficiency with common modern reproductive techniques, such as hand breeding, artificial insemination (AI) and transporting cooled semen, as well as, the interpretation of ultrasounds. You will also be exposed to frozen semen and embryo transfer. Over the course of the program, you’ll gain confidence in managing the process of breeding horses from semen collection and insemination, to managing synchronization and fertility issues. You will manage mares in late pregnancy and care for the mare during the foaling process on the commercial breedingfoaling operation at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology.Program OutcomesUpon successful completion of this program, graduates will receive a certificate for Equine Reproduction Technician.

Admission Requirements: Completion of the Olds College of Agriculture & Technology Equine Science, Veterinary Technology or Animal Health Technology diploma with a program GPA of 2.0 or higher. An equivalent diploma or degree in equine studies or animal health, or a degree in veterinary medicine, may also be considered. OR 50% or better in English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2, and; 50% or better in Biology 30, and; 50% or better in Math 20-1 or 20-2, and; 120 Hours of Job Shadowing and/or Employment. Applicants must complete a minimum of 120 hours of paid and/or volunteer job shadowing and/or employment in an equine-related business (may be completed on or outside of your family-owned business/farm). Hours are to be completed so the applicant can gain an understanding of the equine industry - the equine industry is both rewarding and challenging.

Applicants currently in high school or who are completing academic upgrading must submit proof of enrollment and any available interim/midterm marks.

Olds College welcomes applications from International Applicants and those who have completed their high school education outside of Canada.