Real Life Guides: Working with Animals & Wildlife

The UK is famous for being a nation of animal-lovers. Animals and wildlife are all around us and there is a growing emphasis on the need to protect and preserve our environment. Work in this sector is hard and the competition for jobs can be fierce, but for dedicated individuals the rewards can be very worthwhile. You won't get rich working in this sector but you can be sure that you will be giving something back to nature, whether you are working indoors or out.

This is an industry with a great range of jobs open to people of every skill level. Real Life Guide: Working with Animals and Wildlife provides the facts and dispels the myths, giving you a realistic insight into all aspects of the industry so that you can determine whether it is the right career area for you. Packed with real-life stories and case studies, this book includes:

• A breakdown of the sector
• The personal characteristics you need to succeed
• Overview of many of the jobs available
• Challenges to consider
• Information on training and qualifications, including the new Diplomas
• Tips on getting a job.

Real Life Guides are practical guides for practical people. Each guide looks in detail at what it takes to train for, get into and be successful at a wide range of hands-on careers. Real Life Guides aim to inform and inspire young people and adults alike by providing comprehensive yet hard-hitting information about what it takes to succeed in these fields. Other titles in this series include the Real Life Guides to Working Outdoors, Travel & Tourism and Catering.