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?
James Campion
Dr. Rebecca Albert Vollrath
Director of Career and Innovation
Phone: (970) 776-0325
Email: rebecca.albert@weldre5j.org