Statewide Program of Study: Animal Science — Page 1�
Revised–May 2024
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster
The Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) career cluster focuses on the essential elements of life, food, water, land, and air. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from farmer, rancher, and veterinarian to geologist, land conservationist, and florist.
Statewide Program of Study: Animal Science
The Animal Science program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with the science, research, and business of animals and other living organisms. This program of study includes applying biology and life science to real-world life processes of animals and wildlife, either in laboratories or in the field, which could include a veterinary office, a farm or ranch, or any outdoor area harboring animal life. Students will research and analyze the growth and destruction of species and research or diagnose diseases and injuries of animals.
Secondary Courses for High School Credit
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Level 3 |
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Level 4 |
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Aligned Advanced Academic Courses
AP or IB | AP Biology |
Dual Credit | Dual credit offerings will vary by local education agency. |
Students should be advised to consider these course opportunities to enrich their preparation. AP or IB courses not listed under the Secondary Courses for High School Credit section of this framework document do not count towards concentrator/completer status for this program of study.
Work-Based Learning and Expanded Learning Opportunities
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Expanded Learning Opportunities |
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Aligned Industry-Based Certifications
Example Postsecondary Opportunities
Apprenticeships
Associate Degrees
Bachelor’s Degrees
Master’s, Doctoral, and Professional Degrees
Additional Stackable IBCs/License
Example Aligned Occupations
Animal Science
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
Median Wage: $29,906
Annual Openings: 1,348
10-Year Growth: 24%
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Median Wage: $33,679
Annual Openings: 1,217
10-Year Growth: 24%�
Veterinarian
Median Wage: $103,160
Annual Openings: 347
10-Year Growth: 26%
Successful completion of the Animal Science program of study will fulfill requirements of a Business and Industry endorsement.
Data Source: TexasWages, Texas Workforce Commission. Retrieved 3/8/2024
For more information visit: https://tea.texas.gov/academics/college-career-and-military-prep/career-and-technical-education/programs-of-study-additional-resources
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Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster
Statewide Program of Study: Animal Science
Course Information
Level 1
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources* 13000200 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
Level 2
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Small Animal Management 13000400 (0.5 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
Equine Science 13000500 (0.5 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
Entrepreneurship I* 13011101 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Level 3
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Livestock Production 13000300 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
* Indicates course is included in more than one program of study.
For additional information on the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster, �contact cte@tea.texas.gov or visit https://tea.texas.gov/cte
[LEA name] does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: [title], [address], [telephone number], [email]. Further nondiscrimination information can be found at Notification of Nondiscrimination in Career and Technical Education Programs.
Animal Science
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Advanced Animal Science 13000700 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry or Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC); Algebra l and Geometry; and either Small Animal Management, Equine Science, or Livestock Production�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Veterinary Medical Applications Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
Level 4
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Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster
Statewide Program of Study: Animal Science
Course Information
Level 4
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Veterinary Medical Applications 13000600 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: Equine Science, Small Animal Management, or Livestock Production�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Veterinary Medical Applications + Agricultural Laboratory and Field Experience 13000610 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: Equine Science, Small Animal Management, or Livestock Production�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | 1. Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources |
Career and Technical Education Project-Based Capstone* First Time Taken: 12701101 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Practicum in Entrepreneurship* First Time Taken: 13011111 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: Entrepreneurship I and Entrepreneurship II or successful completion of at least two courses in a CTE program of study Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Career Preparation for Programs of Study* First Time Taken: 12701121 (2 credits) | | Prerequisites: At least one Level 2 �or higher CTE course Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Career Preparation for Programs of Study + Extended Career Preparation* First Time Taken: 12701141 (3 credits) | | Prerequisites: At least one Level 2 or higher CTE course Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Scientific Research and Design* 13037200 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC), or Physics Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None Recommended Corequisites: None | |
* Indicates course is included in more than one program of study.
For additional information on the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster, �contact cte@tea.texas.gov or visit https://tea.texas.gov/cte
[LEA name] does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: [title], [address], [telephone number], [email]. Further nondiscrimination information can be found at Notification of Nondiscrimination in Career and Technical Education Programs.
Animal Science