Dolphin Trainer Requirements Checklist

(Based of the requirements from www.seaworld.org)

•  Must be at least 18 years of age [ ]
• Prior experience training animals [X]
• Public speaking, drama and communication skills [X]
• Experience working with animals [ ]
• Scuba diving certification [X]
• CPR certification [ ]
• Ability to interact with the public [ ]
•  Degree in zoology, marine biology, animal behaviour or pyschology [ ]
• Ability to swim 200ft [X]
• Ability to swim 100ft underwater [ ]
• Ability to free-dive to the bottom of a 26ft deep pool [ ]
• Excellent physical health [X]
• Ability to lift 50lb [X]