Take courses in science, biology, chemistry, physics, math, and computers, as well as other courses which will help you prepare for college. Activities such as camping, hunting, fishing, bird watching, wildlife photography, and hiking will help you understand about wildlife and the environment. A college education is essential for most of the wildlife management occupations. A graduate degree is almost essential if you wish to go into research. In addition to a thorough education in the physical and biological sciences, you'll.
Many schools offer a specialized wildlife curriculum.
To gain the most benefit from you education, you should augment your college training with practical experience. Many students get that experience during the summer months of their undergraduate and graduate years by doing such things as working on a farm or ranch, being part of a trail or fire crew, or working in a veterinarian's office or with wildlife, parks and outdoor recreations, or land use agencies. You must be a Colorado resident at the time of application to qualify. Salaries are set by the Department of Personnel. Here are the basic entry level positions.