Careers In Animal Care

This course will introduce the student to the animal industry and all of the potential areas to work or volunteer in animal care. We will explore the credentials or training required for specific job positions, duties involved with the different job titles and how to begin planning a career in animal care. Areas of interest to be discussed will be veterinary hospitals, animal shelters, wildlife sanctuaries, reptile education facilities, equine opportunities, large animal farms and petting zoos, zoos and aquariums, service and therapy animals, physical therapy and dog daycare, pet sitting, dog training and grooming facilities.