Aquarium Science Program
Oregon Coast Community College offers a degree program in aquarium science, and is the only college in the United States to do so. There are two programs, one to obtain an associate's degree and the other a one-year certification for those with a bachelor's degree or higher in life sciences. Because of the limited number of places available (22 at present), applicants must apply early and are interviewed by several aquarists and biologists. Classes offered range from Biology of Captive Fish and Aquatic Animal Health Management to a scuba diving course. Those studying for either their associates degree or their one-year certification end with an internship at a public aquarium, zoo, fish hatchery, or marine laboratory. The program is run by Bruce Koike, who started the program with help from Sea Grant.
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