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An Earth-Friendly Career:
College Programs That Lead to A Career in Environmental Science and Conservation
by Elizabeth Buckner
With both business and government becoming concerned about human impact on the environment, there are growing options for environmental scientists. A college programs in environmental science or natural resources conservation could be your ticket to this exciting and environmentally friendly career.
A Career in Environmental Science and Conservation
Environmental scientists work to protect the environment by preserving natural resources and identifying and disposing of pollutants that affect people, wildlife, and their environments. Their duties range from collecting field samples and conducting research to advising companies on best practices. Many environmental scientists choose to focus on a specific area of environmental science such as, forestry, natural resources conservation or wildlife and wild lands.
Median Earnings for Environmental Scientists
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, in May 2004, median annual earnings of environmental scientists were $51,080 and the middle 50 percent earned between $39,100 and $67,360.
Get the Training You Need With College Programs in Environmental Science
According to the US Department of Labor, while a bachelor’s degree is often sufficient for entry-level positions, environmental scientists increasingly need a master’s degree. A college program in environmental science should cover the general sciences, biology, chemistry and geology while also focusing on data analysis and physical geography.
So what are you waiting for? A college program in environmental science or natural resources conservation and research could be your ticket to this exciting outdoors career!
Sources
Science Technicians, BLS
Environmental Scientists and Hydrologists, BLS
Conservation Scientists and Technicians, BLS
About the Author
Elizabeth Buckner is a freelance writer and current Fulbright grantee to Morocco, where she is conducting research on language education and the growth of English. She holds a B.A. in Sociology/Anthropology and Education from Swarthmore College.
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