Taxidermy Certificate

Finger Lakes Community College is the only higher education institution in New York State offering the Taxidermy Certificate Program. Employment opportunities for students who complete this one-year program include full-time taxidermy positions with federal or state agencies, or private enterprise. A limited number of museums also employ full-time taxidermists.

CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS

First Semester (15 Credit Hours)

• TAX 100 Principles of Taxidermy (3)
• Taxidermy Elective (3)
• General Elective (3)
• Art Elective (3)
• Conservation Elective (3)

Second Semester (15 Credit Hours)

• Taxidermy Elective (3)
• Taxidermy Elective (3)
• ART 107  Natural Forms (3)
• CON 102  Introduction to Wildlife and Fish (3)
• CON 201  Practicum/Internship (3)

The Faculty

Taxidermy is a hands-on curriculum designed to teach students the science and art of taxidermy. The faculty members are all accomplished taxidermists and run their own businesses. They work with students to teach the basics and to create their own pieces. Many of the students’ projects can be seen around the college. Additionally, an accomplished artist whose work has been shown across the country teaches Natural Forms. His eye for detail and style and his ability to teach provides students with the foundation to create outstanding works.