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All credits from the following certificate(s) apply toward this associate degree:
Sustainable Agriculture, 900901
Delivery
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the Sustainable Food & Ag Systems associate degree in the number of semesters shown.
First Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Semester Total
14
Second Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Semester Total
17
Summer Before Third Semester
Semester Total
3
Third Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Semester Total
16
Fourth Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Semester Total
12
Total Credits
62
Social Science Course Options (the Recommended Program Course is Identified with an *):
- Curriculum Note: Students must earn a “C” or higher in 10-890-101, College 101.
- Students completing General Studies courses at NWTC must earn a "C" or better in English Composition to enroll in Technical Reporting.
Program Outcomes
- Evaluate sustainable food systems and farms
- Balance soil health
- Make business and financial decisions
- Maintain farm records
- Market sustainable, diverse products
- Grow sustainable crops
- Practice animal husbandry
- Assist in the management of farm operations
- Innovate in value-added food and logistics
- Fill out organic certification paperwork and comply with standards
- Use effective oral and written communication skills
- Utilize problem solving skills
- Perform safe work practices
Employment Potential
A graduate of the program will have the potential for employment in the following areas:
- Farmer
- Gardener
- Crop production specialist
- Farm-to-school program leader
- Livestock operations manager
- Sustainable agriculture wholesale and retail management
- Feed/animal health sales/consulting
- Certifying agency inspector
Start here. Finish at a four-year.
NWTC transfer programs are offered through collaborative agreements with our four-year college and university partners.
Study Abroad Opportunities
The International Studies staff continually seeks opportunities for students to travel abroad for educational experiences that may be offered in association with program courses.
