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Become a Certified Zookeeper Assistant
Would you like to work at a zoo? Are you interested in starting your career as a zookeeper assistant? Would you like to learn more about how to become a zookeeper? Experience and education as a zookeeper assistant can be your first step toward becoming a zookeeper or zoologist.
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Zookeeper Assistant Program – What You Will Learn
Animal Behaviour College’s Zookeeper Assistant Program will introduce you to the duties of those working in a zoo and the science of animal care, animal behavior, breeding and conservation and so much more. The term “zookeeper” can apply to a variety of positions at a facility, depending on its size, staffing capabilities and budget. Job titles can range from general curator to animal-care supervisor to animal keeper to zookeeper assistant.
Our Zookeeper Assistant Program consists of 10 stages – The course contains vital information to prepare you for a career in a zoo or for further zookeeper education. Our program includes information on:
- Species specific husbandry, including carnivores, primates, elephants, and more
- Animal housing and exhibits
- Animal behavior, enrichment and training
- Animal safety
- Exotic animal health and nutrition
- Exotic animal health and conservation
- Career building
- And more!
Learn from a Zookeeping Professionals
The authors and subject matter experts who were involved in the development of ABC’s Zookeeper Assistant Program have shared their decades of zookeeping experience in the creation of this highly sought-after program.
Bring The Classroom to Your Living Room
ABC’s Zookeeper Assistant Course is structured to allow you to keep your current job while pursuing your education. Our course materials and tests are all online, which means you can access your program at any time of the day, no matter where you are!
The Zookeeper Assistant Program Is Available In Every Canadian Province
Tuition & Financing
ABC’s Zookeeper Assistant Program ranges from $2,299.00 to $3,154.02 CAD depending on your payment arrangement. * We have payment plans for everyone that will cover the cost of your program. No credit checks! And since you can get your certification online, there is no need to miss out because “there are no zookeeper assistant schools near me.”
What are you waiting for?
We have open enrolments so your education can begin immediately. Speak with an Admissions Counselor and get started with your new career!