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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
Second Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Summer Before Third Semester
Third Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Fourth Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
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.
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.