Agricultural Education (AGED)

(Leading to the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Degree)

Agricultural Education prepares students for careers as high school agricultural education teachers, agricultural extension agents, and other related fields. The agricultural industry needs capable professionals. Agriculture teachers and extension agents help students learn, grow and develop, preparing them to enter the agricultural industry and become productive members of society. Graduates in agricultural education can become certified teachers. High school agriculture teachers are in great demand throughout the state and nation. Each year the demand exceeds the supply of graduates who become certified to teach high school agriculture. The agricultural industry has evolved from a production-centered industry into a competitive field that requires high school agricultural education teachers to teach a blend of scientific, technological and business skills. The agricultural education teacher serves as the advisor of the local FFA chapter which provides numerous opportunities for student leadership development, personal growth and career success. For more information, contact Dr. Ben Byler.

 

Curriculum

Course Descriptions