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Title: Careers in Animal Science


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Careers in Animal Science
Original PowerPoint Created by Ken Richardson
Modified by Georgia Agricultural Education
Curriculum Office June, 2002
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What is Animal Science?
Animal Science is the study of biological
science, genetics, selection, reproduction, and
nutrition, with applications to the management
and productionof agriculture animals.
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Where Can I Go to Study Animal Science?
University of Georgia Abraham Baldwin College of
Agriculture Fort Valley State University
Numerous scholarships available!
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What are the areas of study?
Beef Cattle Science Production
Dairy Science Production
Swine Science Production
Poultry Science Production
Equine Science Production
Sheep Goat Science Production
Aquaculture Science Production
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Key to Career Decision-Making
  • Its a continuous process
  • It involves compromise
  • Time is an ally
  • Flexibility to change is a plus
  • Happiness is independent of success
  • Most people are multi-talented

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Steps in Career Decision-MakingProcess
  • List your goals
  • Identify career choices
  • Gather information
  • Weigh your options
  • Select from the choices
  • Prepare with training
  • Take action
  • Review the action

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Three Major Steps in Selecting an Occupation
  • Know yourself and your abilities
  • Study the occupation carefully
  • Make a decision

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Sources to assist in choosing anoccupation
  • Internet websites
  • Dictionary of Occupational Titles
  • Agriculture Professionals
  • Parents
  • Agriculture Teacher
  • University Agriculture Departments
  • State Employment Agencies
  • National Ag Employment Agencies
  • Popular Press Magazines

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Occupations in Animal Science
  • Geneticist
  • Journalist
  • Herdsman
  • Hoof Trimmer (cattle)
  • Horseshoer
  • Horse Trainer
  • Market News Reporter
  • Meat Inspector
  • Nutritionist
  • Pharmaceutical Rep
  • Poultry Scientist
  • Salesperson
  • Veterinarian Tech
  • Veterinarian
  • Ag Ed Teacher
  • Ag Economist
  • Animal Breeder
  • Animal Inspector
  • Animal Grader
  • Animal Science Researcher
  • Animal Trainer
  • Artificial Inseminator
  • Auctioneer
  • Butcher
  • Cattle Buyer
  • Extension Agent
  • Farmer
  • Feed Mill Operator
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