What is a dolphin trainer and how to become one

Key steps to become a dolphin trainer

1. Explore dolphin trainer education requirements

   Most common dolphin trainer degrees

   Bachelor's

   71.4 %

   High School Diploma

   17.1 %

   Associate

   5.7 %

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2. Start to develop specific dolphin trainer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Medical Procedures	52.37%
   Training Sessions	47.63%

3. Complete relevant dolphin trainer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New dolphin trainers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a dolphin trainer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real dolphin trainer resumes.

4. Research dolphin trainer duties and responsibilities

   • Acquire knowledge in animal husbandry, natural history, and animal conditioning principles through reading materials and participating in training sessions.
   • Assure proper annotation of administrative MWD utilization and training records used for legal reviews.

5. Apply for dolphin trainer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a dolphin trainer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams