Students who decide to venture into animal care can learn a wide variety of information and skills to help them along their career paths. Courses may include everything from comparative animal anatomy to the principles of preventing and controlling disease in both domestic and wild animals.

Individuals who are interested in pursuing highly skilled careers may want to start by earning an associate degree at a community college or university. As students earn their degrees, they often expand their knowledge and worldview, as well as increase their professional qualifications.