What type of education is required to obtain a job working with animals?

In most cases, zoos and animal parks look at two requirements when hiring people: 1) college degree in animal-related field; and 2) experience working with animals. A college degree in zoology or wildlife biology would be an excellent start.

But how does one get experience working with animals? You may have to start out with domestics — that's fine because you will gain valuable insight about how to care for animals. Try to volunteer with a vet, the humane society or a kennel. If for some reason college is not possible, consider the topnotch training school, Moorpark College near Los Angeles, CA.