Educational Programs for Laboratory Animal Care

Careers in laboratory animal care are growing. There are entry level and advanced positions at biotechnology and pharmaceutical firms, medical device firms, research hospitals, research institutes, colleges and universities, medical and dental schools, veterinary schools, contract research organizations, and government agencies.

High schools and colleges across Massachusetts offer laboratory animal care training as part of their broader animal care/animal husbandry/veterinary technology programs, leading to diplomas, certificates or degrees.

Love animals? Are you responsible and thorough in your work? Do you show good follow-through on all tasks and assignments? Want to learn more about laboratory animal care?