How old do you have to be to become a marine mammal trainer?

Question

I'm doing a paper on a marine mammal trainer I have all the other info on it but I really need to know how old you have to be to start the job...i do know you have to be out of collage and have a science degree...but not the spicific age please tell me before tuesday its probaly due on wednesday the 16 of august.

Answer 1

If there's a marine park near you, you could try getting a job as an intern if you're a teenager. For a full-time job you'll probably need at least a BS in Marine Biology.

Answer 2

Here's some info from Sea World:

Associate Trainer
Posting: 277
Park: Sea World Orlando
Type: Seasonal

Description:
•• Must be SCUBA and CPR certified. • Must be able to pass a highly competitive swim test. • Must have a minimum of one year marine mammal/bird training experience and a basic understanding of the application of Operant Conditioning. • Must be able to work a flexible schedule with full availability. • A college degree in psychology or marine sciences is preferred. • Responsibilities include assisting the Animal Training staff in providing proper nutrition, appropriate and sanitary living conditions and constant care for the marine mammals.

For more information contact:
SeaWorld and Discovery Cove Staffing
7007 Sea Harbor Drive,
Orlando FL, 32839
Fax: [phone]

Since the person would be working with exotic animals, which are inherently dangerous, they would have to be an adult--over 18. There isn't any other age requirement. So if you are a real go getter and have your BA and a year of experiece training and your scuba and CPR certificates you should be able to get a job there at 18. I don't think many 18 yr olds will have all that, but if you do your probably a genius and they'd be glad to have you!

Answer 3

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Answer 4

you'd probably have to graduate high school first then maybe intern for a while along side of a trainer to learn all there is to know