Agricultural Education

Agricultural Education Associate of Science

The agricultural education program is designed to prepare and equip students for careers as agricultural communication specialists or secondary agriculture teachers. The agricultural education program is recommended for students seeking a broad curriculum that covers all facets of agriculture. Various agricultural subjects will be covered to give students a broad-based knowledge of all facets of agricultural education. Upon completion of graduation requirements and the required degree courses with at least a “C” or “P” (pass) grade in each course, the student will be eligible for an Associate of Science degree.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to evaluate the major components of Agricultural Education in California.

• 2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to execute both an observation and a supervised agricultural experience program assessment in a secondary agricultural classroom while demonstrating professional ethics.

• 3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate leadership skills, self-confidence, and oral and written communication skills.

• 4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to evaluate the requirements and qualifications for teaching agriculture and the structure and content of vocational agriculture programs.

• 5. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to compare and contrast agricultural subjects such as animal science, agriculture business, plant science, natural resources and mechanized agriculture.

Program Requirements