Animal Science
Overview:
Career in animal science offer high rates of job satisfaction. Animal science professionals use their skills in a variety of job setting which include working with animals, researching and developing new products and technology, and marking and animal-related products in industry. This pathway will equip you with the skills you need to be successful. With a future in animal science, you can make a difference every day.
Related job titles: Animal scientist, Veterinarian, Veterinary Technician, Farm Manager, Animal Care Specialist, Livestock Buyer, Meat Inspector, Wildlife Biologist, and more.
Participate in a Career Student Technical Organization (CTSO):
Future Farmers of America (FFA)
Courses Included:
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Level 1
- Introduction to Agriculture (A/B)
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Level 2
- Principles of Animal & Veterinary Sciences (A/B)
- Level 3
- Animal Production & Management (A/B) (NJC Concurrent Enrollment ASC 1100)
- Level 4
- ACC: Animal Science, Agricultural Leadership, and Work-Based Learning in Agriculture
Concurrent Enrollment:
Our partnership with Northeastern Junior College creates opportunities for students to earn high school credit and college credit at the same time through concurrent enrollment.
- Northeastern Junior College:
- Animal Production & Management
Industry Certificates:
Students can earn nationally recognized certifications which proves they have the skills employers need and can lead to employment opportunities not otherwise available.
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AMSA Meat Evaluation Certification
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Ducks Unlimited Ecology Conservation & Management Certification
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Fundamentals of Animal Science
Have a Question?
Dr. Rebecca Albert Vollrath
Director of Career and Innovation
James Campion
RHS College and Career Counselor