Certificate Program offered at Jefferson Community & Technical College and the Louisville Zoo.
The program is a partnership of JCTC and the Louisville Zoological Gardens.
The Zoo Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions at zoos and related occupations.
The curriculum gives students a background in writing, computer applications, communication skills, animal biology, conservation biology, applied mathematics and basic zoo operations.
The certificate program requires a minimum of 19 classroom hours as well as acceptance into and successful completion of a summer program (Applied Experiences in Zoo Technology) at the zoo's BOMA Village petting zoo.
Course requirementsBIO 112 Introduction to Biology 3BIO 120 Population, Resources and Environment 3BIO 122 Introduction to Conservation Biology 3BIO 143 Zoology with laboratory 4BIO 293 Applied Experiences in Zoo Technology 3-6MT 110 Applied Mathematics 3COM181 Basic Public Speaking 3
Total: 22-25
Tuition RatesResident Tuition: $130 per credit hourContiguous Counties*: $260 per credit hourNon-Resident Tuition: $445 per credit hour (Credits Required 22-25) Sample Semester Budget for Full-Time Student:Books & Supplies $500Room & Board $3,488Personal Allowance $400Transportation $1,025
Tuition RatesResident Tuition: $130 per credit hourContiguous Counties*: $260 per credit hourNon-Resident Tuition: $445 per credit hour (Credits Required 22-25)
Sample Semester Budget for Full-Time Student:Books & Supplies $500Room & Board $3,488Personal Allowance $400Transportation $1,025