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Careers Working With Animals | Wildlife Jobs and How to Get Them | Self-Paced

Completed by 10 learners
Ages 10-15
Self-Paced Class
In two in-depth lessons, animal-loving leaners will explore careers working with wildlife. We will explore opportunities in wildlife biology and in zoos and aquariums while also discovering the education and training requirements.
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(261 reviews)
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2 pre-recorded lessons
2 weeks of teacher support
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What's included

2 pre-recorded lessons
2 weeks
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Homework
1 hour per week. Optional homework assignments to explore careers and volunteer positions working with animals in your area.

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
Has your learner always dreamed of a career working with animals? For kids who love animals and the environment, a career in a zoo or aquarium or in wildlife biology may be just the spot for them. 

Whether in zoos, aquariums, research centers, or out in nature, working with wildlife allows you to explore your passion and feel a sense of empowerment to help save our planet. Students will explore the day-to-day lives of wildlife professionals to see if a career working with animals is for them!

I will use a Google Slide presentation during the pre-recorded video lessons. There will be optional assignments to encourage students to investigate volunteer opportunities in their area.

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I am a former educator at zoos, aquariums, and nature centers and have worked on a variety of wildlife biology projects, so I am well versed in the many roles and responsibilities of a variety of careers. During COVID, I founded an educational organization that teaches zoology and ecology to kids all around the world. I cannot wait to introduce your learner to some of the amazing careers that furthered my passion for animals and nature.

Learning Goals

Learners will feel empowered to pursue their dreams working with wildlife.
Learners will be familiar with several wildlife career options.

Syllabus

2 Lessons
over 2 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Careers in Zoos & Aquariums
 In lesson #1, we will explore the variety of jobs at zoos and aquariums. We will discuss what a real work day is like for zookeepers, aquarists, wildlife educators, and vet techs. 
Lesson 2:
Careers in Wildlife Biology
 In lesson #2, we will investigate careers in wildlife biology. We will discuss where wildlife biologists work (for parks, universities, zoos, etc.) and the different roles within a scientific study and animal conservation projects. We will discuss the education and other training required to obtain a position in zoos and aquariums and in wildlife biology. 

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Pre-Requisites
Students should have an interest in wildlife.
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Joined February, 2021
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261reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Arizona State University
I am a former educator at zoos, aquariums, and nature centers and have worked on a variety of wildlife biology projects, so I am well versed in the many roles and responsibilities of a variety of careers. During COVID, I founded an educational organization that teaches zoology and ecology to kids all around the world. I cannot wait to introduce your learner to some of the amazing careers that furthered my passion for animals and nature.

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