Animal Trainers in The United States
(Entrenadores de animales)
Animal Trainers -- Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or assisting persons with disabilities. Accustom animals to human voice and contact; and condition animals to respond to commands. Train animals according to prescribed standards for show or competition. May train animals to carry pack loads or work as part of pack team.
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) | 39-2011.00 |
Career Interests | R |
Minimum education required | (High school) High school diploma or equivalent |
Minimum work experience required | (None) None |
Job training required | (Mod OJT) Moderate-term on-the-job training |
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028) | 1.3 (moderate growth) |
Current number of workers in USA (2018) | 45,300 |
Projected number of workers in USA (2028) | 51,200 |
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028) | 7,600 |
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019) | $20,810 |
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $36,240 |
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $59,110 |
Career Cluster | Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (Agricultura, alimento y recursos naturales) |
Major Occupational Group | Personal Care and Service |
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Salaries over $208,000 are sometimes shown as >$208,000 rather than the actual salary.
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