“How to make animation your career field”:

…One thing may be separating you from a working community of successful full-time animation professionals—formal training. While masterful artistry and computer proficiency are assets in themselves, many employers are also looking for applicants with animation degrees.

Earning an Animation Degree

So what’s your next move? Earn an animation degree from an accredited college, university, or trade school, and you can get started earning your way to success.

Background. High school courses in sketching, art appreciation, and technology provide a solid foundation. Internships are also a good way to gain experience.

Classes. Many successful candidates earn a Fine Arts degree or similar credential. Concentrations in animation and graphic design can help get you into a position faster.

Technology. Dreamweaver and Creative Suite are two animation software programs that you’ll be expected to know inside and out. You may also be trained on various proprietary design programs.

More info here:

http://www.animationschoolreview.com/sketches/2007/06/how-to-make-animation-your-career-field.html

Links with more info on careers in animation:

“how to get into animation”:

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=how+to+get+into+animation

“Career in animation”:

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=career+in+animation

“Career – animation – high school”

http://www.google.com/search?

num=20&hl=en&safe=off&q=career+-+animation+-+high+school

Good luck.

[but remember majority of the best art schools are all private and are hella expensive…]

and collegeboard info on animation:

http://www.collegeboard.com/csearch/majors_careers/profiles/careers/100789.html