Small Farm Operations

Program description

The Small Farm Operations certificate program is designed for homesteaders, aspiring farmers, and anyone passionate about sustainable agriculture. This program provides hands-on, practical training across key areas of small-scale farming, empowering participants with the knowledge and skills to cultivate productive, environmentally responsible, and self-sustaining farms. The curriculum is tailored to those seeking to operate small farms or homesteads with a focus on sustainability, self-reliance, and regenerative agricultural practices.

This certificate is approved through the California Community College Chancellor’s Office. Upon satisfactory completion of the listed requirements and filing an application for graduation with Admissions and Records, the student’s transcript will reflect completion of this certificate.

Program learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the certificate, the student should be able to:

1. Students will be able to explain sustainable farming methods that meet organic standards.
2. Students will be able to propagate and raise a crop using organic practices.
3. Students will be able to successfully manage a herd of sheep or goats.