1. Careers in Animal Science Original PowerPoint Created by Ken Richardson Modified by Georgia Agricultural Education Curriculum Office June, 2002

2. What is Animal Science? Animal Science is the study of biological science, genetics, selection, reproduction, and nutrition, with applications to the management and production of agriculture animals.

3. Where Can I Go to Study Animal Science? University of Georgia Abraham Baldwin College of Agriculture Fort Valley State University Numerous scholarships available!

4. 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

5. Key to Career Decision-Making It’s 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

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

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

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

9. Occupations in Animal Science 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 Geneticist Journalist Herdsman Hoof Trimmer (cattle) Horseshoer Horse Trainer Market News Reporter Meat Inspector Nutritionist Pharmaceutical Rep Poultry Scientist Salesperson Veterinarian Tech Veterinarian