Basic Agriculture Certificate

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

See the admissions & registration page for steps to enroll.  

Department of Career & Technical Education

2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd.
Galesburg, IL 61401
309.341.5216

For additional information contact:

The Welcome Center
Phone: 309.345.3500
admissions@sandburg.edu

For graduation requirements:

See the graduation policies and procedures page for details