i want to become a dolphin trainer how do i do that?

Question

i know i'll probably have to take marine biology but what kind of other classes do i need and where can i get that experience?im in college now i just need some answers

Answer 1

In addition to the classes and experiences, be prepared to be a volunteer for a long time. Dolphin training is one those jobs that everyone wants, and there aren't actually that many jobs. I know someone who volunteered for 2 years at Mystic Aquarium before they got a job just working with the dolphins. Then she has to work her way up to training. If you can afford to volunteer for that long, the best of luck to you!

Answer 2

You will probably not even need marine biology, psychology usually does the trick as long as you have volunteer experience at aquariums etc. A lot of $eaWorld trainers do not have a degree in marine biology or only obtained it once they had the job... Marine biology is about studying the marine ecosystem and it’s organisms in a natural environment not about manipulating them to do backflips for a fish. I’d think again about becoming a dolphin trainer, cetaceans do not do well in captivity and usually die early due to stress related illness when they should be getting older as all environmental threats are removed .
If you are interested in marine bio, I greatly recommend this forum to you:
http://www.planktonforum.org
There is also a very interesting thread on dolphins in captivity:
http://planktonforum.org/viewtopic.php?t=2180&highlight=

Best of luck.

Answer 3

aside from the biology classes mare institutions like people with psychology experience also. i have known several trainers and the large theme parks tend to like psyc majors with animal experience over someone with just biology. as for experience, try volunteering at the zoo or get a hob working for a vet.

Answer 4

all courses included in a marine biology degree, depending on what college you go to. Your dean should be able to give you specific classes. I know you have to take organic chemistry and environmental science, ecology and nature science.

Answer 5

marine biology is a must. you should also try your hand at animal handling, that may come in handy