Career: Animal Caretaker
Average salary: $18,137
Degree needed: High school diploma or GED, animal health technician training or a bachelor’s degree in biology, marine biology or animal science
Certifications: Many certifications are available based on the animal service occupation chosen.
Scholarships: Apply online
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Animal Behavior College
Ashworth University
Penn Foster Career School
Common employers: Boarding kennels, animal shelters, stables, grooming shops, pet stores, animal hospitals, veterinary hospitals, humane societies, racing stables, zoos, theme parks and circuses
Job outlook: Good job growth and job opportunities for women
Common duties may include:
Skills needed:
YourBeanstalk’s Opinion: If you are a women who loves animals, this can be a very rewarding career. Animal caretakers often have flexible schedules which makes this a good job for single moms and working moms. Many animal service jobs are only part-time, which would allow for you to work a second job, be home with your family, attend school or do something while your kids are at school. The jobs can be physically demanding and sometimes dangerous.
On May 28, 2008, 7:05 pm Alicia Culver said:
Is there Financial Aid Grants with any of these schools?