


This comprehensive program provides an in-depth exploration of agriculture, covering fundamental principles, practices, and technologies essential for sustainable and efficient food production. Designed for students with varying levels of background knowledge, the program aims to equip participants with a solid understanding of key concepts in agriculture and foster critical thinking about the challenges and opportunities facing the global agricultural field.
Throughout the program, students will engage in hands-on activities, case studies, and discussions to reinforce theoretical knowledge and develop practical skills relevant to the field of agriculture. By the end of the program, participants will be well-equipped to critically evaluate agricultural practices and contribute to the development of sustainable and innovative solutions in the agricultural sector.
Students will have the opportunity to earn industry credentials during their program;
OSHA 10—Agriculture • Arizona Agriculture Skills & Competencies Certificate
Key Topics
- Foundations of Agriculture
- Plant Science
- Livestock Management
- Agricultural Technologies
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Economics and Agribusiness
- Environmental Impact and Conservation
- Global Agriculture Challenges
Schools that offer this program
Course Sequence
YEAR 1
AGS200
ABS
Prerequisite:
none
or
AGS100
PALS
Prerequisite:
none
YEAR 2
AGS230
Agriscience 1
Prerequisite:
Concurrent enrollment or completion of ABS or PALS
YEAR 3
AGS240
Agriscience 2
Prerequisite:
Concurrent enrollment or completion of Ag 1
YEAR 4
AGS101
Ag Engineering
Prerequisite:
Concurrent enrollment or completion of Ag 2
or
AGS420
Agricultural Business Management
Prerequisite:
Ag 2 and 12th grade (must have three full credits of Ag prior)
or
MIC500
Mentorships Internships Careers
Prerequisite:
Ag 2, and Instructor approval
11th and 12th grade (must have three full credits of Ag prior)
Career Tree

ENTRY-LEVEL CAREERS
(with Program Completion)
- Crop Insurance Technician
- Grounds Manager
- Forestry Technician
- Entreprepreneur
- Agri-tourism Specialist
- Fisheries and Wildlife Assistant
- Kennel Assistant
- Animal Care Associate
- Floral Assistant
- Equipment Operator
- Landscape Apprentice
- Horticultural Assistant
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers:
- Median Wage: $36,400
- Active Job Ads: 1,082
TECHNICAL CAREERS
(Apprenticeship, Associate's Degree, Advanced Certification, Experience, etc.)
- Wildlife Rehabilitator
- Agricultural Aviator
- Agribusiness Owner
- Feedlot Manager
- Landscaper
- Pesticide Sprayer/Management
- Appraiser
- Drone Operator
- Ranch Manager
- Irrigation Specialist
- Turfgrass/Golf Course Manager
- Hunting/Fishing Guide
Forest and Conservation Technicians:
- Median Wage $35,200
- Active Job Ads 25
PROFESSIONAL CAREERS
(Bachelor's, Master's, Ph.D., Specialized Training, Experience, etc.)
- Conservation/Restoration
- Specialist
- Game Warden
- Zoologist
- Entomologist
- Lobbyist
- Food Scientist
- Veterinarian
- Geneticist
- Animal/Plant Scientist
- Engineer
- Biologist
- Viticulturalist
Veterinarians:
- Median Wage $115,200
- Active Job Ads 641