10-23-2017, 12:30 PM
It seems like you will regret it if you go the BALS route, if it actually limits your job options in the future. I think that is what you have to consider in more detail.
If you have the BALS, can you get all the same job opportunities besides zoos/centers? If so, then think hard about the perks of working at a zoo/center. Do you know if the science degree and vet tech experience would make you a good candidate, or just an ok candidate? Zoos seem to be competitive to get into.
Also, besides the zoos, even if the BALS qualifies you the same other job opportunities, it may place you lower in the pile of resumes. For some careers. Probably not for something like clinic management, but almost definitely so for lab animal work.
If you have the BALS, can you get all the same job opportunities besides zoos/centers? If so, then think hard about the perks of working at a zoo/center. Do you know if the science degree and vet tech experience would make you a good candidate, or just an ok candidate? Zoos seem to be competitive to get into.
Also, besides the zoos, even if the BALS qualifies you the same other job opportunities, it may place you lower in the pile of resumes. For some careers. Probably not for something like clinic management, but almost definitely so for lab animal work.
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