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Dec 07, 2024
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2024-2025 College Catalog
Basic Agriculture Certificate
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This one-semester program will train graduates for entry-level positions in the agriculture sector represented in the agriculture career cluster pathway. Students will have flexibility to choose agriculture electives in their desired career field. Positions could include: Production Workers, Farmhands, Sales Representatives, Animal Caretakers, Landscaping and Lawn Servicers, Nursery and Greenhouse Workers, and Customer Service Representatives.
Basic Agriculture Certificate Program Goals
- Explore career opportunities in the agriculture career cluster pathway
- Understand basic concepts of animal science, plant science, soil science, horticulture, agribusiness management, agricultural mechanics, and agricultural resources
- Demonstrate basic technical and mathematical skills commonly utilized in entry-level agricultural positions
- Develop basic employability and soft skills including accountability, work ethic, communication, and conflict resolution
Admission to the Program: Open
First Time Enrollees
- Complete an application for admission and, if desired, apply for financial aid.
- Send an official high school transcript or GED score report to the Admissions and Records Office.
- Complete the placement exam.
- Meet with a Student Success Advocate/Advisor to select classes and complete the registration process.
Department of Career & Technical Education
2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd.
Galesburg, IL 61401
309.245.3501
For Additional Information Contact:
The Welcome Center
Phone: 309.345.3500
welcomecenter@sandburg.edu
For Graduation Requirements:
See the graduation policies and procedures page for details
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Choose 2 Agriculture Electives:
Total Semester Hours: 16-18
Faculty
Ellen Burns
Dean of Career and Technical Education
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