Vocational Interest In Becoming A Research Paper

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While he was best known for his television show, the Crocodile Hunter, he was actually a world-renowned environmental conservationist who had dedicated his life to protecting endangered animal species and to educating the public about the importance of protecting the natural environmental habitat of wildlife species. According to the Queensland Department of Education and Training (2006), "Steve had a significant influence on thousands of Queensland school children and his passion for the environment and wildlife was extremely infectious.

He

worked tirelessly to protect the world's animals and environment. He was awarded the Queensland Museum's highest accolade in 2003 - the Queensland

Museum Medal - for his exceptional contribution to the understanding and appreciation of Australian wildlife at an international level and his commitment and passion to conservation and the environment."

Becoming a Zookeeper

Becoming a zookeeper does not necessarily require any specific advanced degree but the field is highly competitive so it would be advisable to pursue a college degree in a related field such as Zoology, Animal Husbandry, Biology, or Ecology (UoF, 2011). Besides educational credentials, the next most important factor is experience. According to the Jacksonville,...

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As a result, it is important to know how to separate yourself from the other applicants. Although there are many things considered, it usually comes down to two basics -- experience and education." The best way to get that experience is to volunteer at a zoo.
(UoF, 2011).

Sources Cited

Australia Zoo. (2010). Chat to a Keeper Archive. Retrieved March 25, 2011 from:

http://steveirwin.com/our-animals/chat-to-a-keeper/archive.php?chat=30

Queensland Government DET. (2006). Honour Steve Irwin's passion for nature.

Retrieved March 25, 2011 from:

http://education.qld.gov.au/community/steve-irwin.html

University of Florida. (2011). Department of Biology -- How to Become a Zookeeper.

Retrieved March 25, 2011 from:

http://www.biology.ufl.edu/Undergraduates/ZooKeeper.aspx

Webber, Nicola. "Steve Irwin's dream for Australia Zoo in tatters." Herald Sun (February

21, 2011). Retrieved March 25, 2011 from:

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/national/steve-irwins-dream-for-australia-

zoo-in-tatters/story-e6frf7l6-1226009075346

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Sources Cited

Australia Zoo. (2010). Chat to a Keeper Archive. Retrieved March 25, 2011 from:

http://steveirwin.com/our-animals/chat-to-a-keeper/archive.php?chat=30

Queensland Government DET. (2006). Honour Steve Irwin's passion for nature.

Retrieved March 25, 2011 from:
http://education.qld.gov.au/community/steve-irwin.html
http://www.biology.ufl.edu/Undergraduates/ZooKeeper.aspx
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/national/steve-irwins-dream-for-australia-


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