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Agricultural & Life Sciences Education

 

 

Other/Related Variations

  • Agricultural Education
  • Agricultural Leadership & Development
  • Agricultural & Extension Education
  • Agriculture & Community Development
  • Extension Education

 

Degree Type/Duration

  • Associate’s Degree (2 years)
  • Bachelor’s Degree (4 years)
  • Master’s Degree (Varies)
  • Doctorate Degree (Varies)

 

Overview

Broad study of agriculture to work in professional education, communications or public relations. Students learn to teach agricultural science, business, and related subjects or pursue careers in agricultural service industries.

 

Coursework may cover the following areas: Agribusiness, Public Speaking, Management, Education, Methods of Teaching, Writing, Chemistry, Educational Technology, Curriculum Planning, Laboratory Methods, Leadership, Grant Writing, Educational Theory

 

Concentrations/Options

  • Communications
  • Teacher Certification

 

Potential Career Paths

 

Agriculture Science Teacher

Agricultural Literacy and Advocacy Specialist

Career Counselor

Extension Agent

Extension Youth Program Coordinator

Farm Business Manager

Human Resources Generalist

Sales Representative

University Professor

 

 

Additional Opportunities/Recommendations

  • Agriculture teacher certification available
  • Internship in education or agriculture
  • Master’s or Ph.D. to teach in higher education
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