Advanced Agriculture Certificate

This two-semester program will train graduates for entry-level positions in the agriculture sector represented in the agriculture career cluster pathway with coursework leading into degree options to offer career advancement in the agriculture industry. 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.

Advanced 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 and advanced technical and mathematical skills commonly utilized in entry-level agricultural positions
• Develop basic employability and soft skills including accountability, work ethic, communication, conflict resolution, and customer service
• Demonstrate workplace skills through an agriculture internship experience

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