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Hands-on programs in plants, animals and the environment.

Learn more about Ridgetown's career-focused programs that provide a blend of theoretical and practical learning for a wide range of careers.

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Associate Diploma Programs

Earn your 2-year Associate Diploma with hands-on experience and co-op opportunities, all while studying in the heart of Ontario’s agricultural community. Prepare for a practical, career-focused future with immersive learning and industry connections.

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Study agriculture and plants

  • Agriculture
  • Horticulture
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Study animals

  • Equine Care and Management
  • Veterinary Technology
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Study the environment

  • Environmental Technician

Apprenticeship and Certificate Programs

Gain practical, career-focused experience through our apprenticeship and certificate programs. With less time in the classroom and more emphasis on hands-on training, you'll develop industry-relevant skills that prepare you for immediate entry into the workforce. These programs are designed to meet the needs of today’s industries, providing flexible learning pathways to help you excel in your chosen field.

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  • Dairy Herdsperson Apprenticeship
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  • Veterinary Assistant and Office Administration

Hear from Ridgetown Alumni

“I valued the hands-on experiences with the livestock on campus. I learned how to find trusted industry resources that will be important to my future career."

Patrick Duffin , Alumni2023 Graduate- Associate Diploma in Agriculture

“I will combine the great skills I learned from my summer position on campus to transition into a career in conservation.”

Candace Lawton, Alumni2023 Graduate- Associate Diploma in Environmental Technician

“The combination of diverse equine courses has made me feel more competent about my understanding of the equestrian industry.”

Helen Savostenko, Alumni2023 Graduate- Associate Diploma in Equine Care and Management

“I really enjoyed propagating plants in the greenhouse and watching them grow.”

Allison Augustin, Alumni2024 Graduate- Associate Diploma in Horticulture

“Access to the clinical teaching spaces such as dentistry, radiography, small-animal surgery and pharmacy suites was a key reason I chose to study at Ridgetown.”

Selina Whitter, Alumni2024 Graduate- Associate Diploma in Veterinary Technology

“Ridgetown is a great campus to learn about companion animal care and veterinary office administration.”

Karlie Gallagher, Alumni2023 Graduate- Veterinary Assistant and Office Adminstration

“The new breeding skills I developed in the program were valuable to the farm and were reflected in a pay increase.”

McKenna Morrison, Alumni2024 Graduate- Dairy Herdsperson Apprenticeship
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Small campus. Big impact.

With a focus on hands-on learning where faculty know you by name, award-winning faculty and a welcoming campus community, the University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus prepares you for future success.

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The Ridgetown Campus is part of U of Guelph's Ontario Agricultural College. We are leaders in applied agricultural, animal science, and environmental research, and in life-long learning initiatives that are practical and relevant to society.

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University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus
120 Main Street East,
Ridgetown, Ontario, Canada
N0P 2C0