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Credentials for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

100 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $87,980 · projected growth -1.3%. See full occupation profile →

Associate's Degree

A.A. in Animal Welfare Business Administration

Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College
Short-Term Certificate

ABM Advanced Bus Management

Otero College
Short-Term Certificate

ABM Commodity Marketing

Otero College
Short-Term Certificate

ABM Financial Analysis

Otero College
Short-Term Certificate

ABM Integrated Management

Otero College
Short-Term Certificate

ABM Market Plan Development

Otero College
Short-Term Certificate

ABM Profit Maximization

Otero College
Short-Term Certificate

ABM Records & Bus Planning

Otero College
Short-Term Certificate

ABM Rural Business Entrpnrship

Otero College
Certificate

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION

Wallace State Community College
Bachelor's Degree

ANIMAL SCIENCES

Auburn University
AL
Doctoral Research

ANIMAL, POULTRY, AND FOOD SCIENCE

Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree

ANIMAL, POULTRY, AND FOOD SCIENCE

Auburn University
AL
Certificate

Adult Beef Quality Assurance

National Cattleman's Beef Association (NCBA)
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Advanced Ag/Business Management

Otero College
Associate's Degree

Ag Business Xfer Major DwD

Otero College
Associate's Degree

Agriculture

Lemoore College
Short-Term Certificate

Agriculture Business Management

Otero College
Short-Term Certificate

Agriculture Foundations

Wallace State Community College
Course

Agriculture Marketing and Management

Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Demonstrate correct technological, digital, communication, and networking ethics in agricultural marketingUtilize advanced features of database software, including merging data, sorting, filtering, queryingUtilize technology to promote agricultural productsMaintain records on a supervised agricultural experience program and summarizeEvaluate record-keeping systems and procedures in farming and other agribusiness enterprises, noting advantagesObtain, evaluate, and share information about economic issues related to agribusiness/farm management
Certificate

Agriculture Sales and Marketing

Lemoore College
Associate's Degree

Agriculture Science Technology

Coalinga College
Bachelor's Degree

Animal Bio-Health Sciences

Alabama A&M University
AL
Bachelor's Degree

Animal Bio-Health Sciences

Alabama A&M University
Associate's Degree

Animal Science Xfer Major DwD

Otero College
Bachelor's Degree

Animal Sciences

Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree

Animal Sciences — MAg

Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree

Animal Sciences — MS

Auburn University
AL
Doctoral Degree

Animal Sciences — PhD

Auburn University
AL
Certificate

Aquaculture Training and Online Learning (ATOLL)

Udemy
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Artificial Insemination

Otero College
Certification

Associate Professional in Rangeland Management (CPRM)

Society for Range Management
$60 cost
Monitor and improve vegetation healthManage grazing systems for livestock and wildlifeControl invasive species and restore native plant communitiesReduce fire risk through prescribed burning and fuel managementProtect soil and water resourcesPlan for climate resilience in arid and semi-arid regions
Bachelor's Degree

CROP AND SOIL SCIENCES

Auburn University
AL
Short-Term Certificate

CROP PRODUCTION

Otero College
Course

CTE Lab in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Demonstrate expertise in a specific occupation within the career clusterConduct investigative research on a selected topic related to the career cluster using approved research methodology, inDemonstrate higher order critical thinking and reasoning skills appropriate for the selected program of studyApply enhanced leadership and professional career skills
Course

Career Pathway Project in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Create a formal, narrative proposal that communicates a specific concept, processConduct independent research related to a selected project conceptWrite a detailed report on the chosen project, demonstrating correct usage of standard writing formatProduce an original multimedia presentation based upon project resultsDesign a project portfolio that includes documentation of components of the project
Certification

Certified Crop Adviser (CCA)

American Society of Agronomy
Apply plant nutrition principles including macronutrient and micronutrient classification, functions, mobility, and regional deficiency and excess concernsAnalyze soil fertility processes including nutrient transformations, cation exchange, nitrogen cycling, and the influence of soil characteristics on nutrient uptakeConduct soil sampling and plant tissue analysis to interpret nutrient sufficiency levels and support in-season and season-long nutrient management decisionsSelect and calculate nutrient sources and application methods including commercial fertilizers, manure, biosolids, and organic inputs based on crop response relationshipsManage soil pH and liming programs by calculating lime requirements and evaluating liming material quality and incorporation needsDevelop nutrient management plans incorporating yield goals, crop nutrient needs, manure application rates, 4R principles, and environmental risk assessment
Certification

Certified Golf Course Superintendent (CGCS)

Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA)
Manage turfgrass cultural practices, pest management, and equipment maintenance to support golf course agronomy and course setup in compliance with rules of golfManage business operations including project management, human resources, and regulatory compliance for golf facility administrationFacilitate communication and information flow by building relationships, supporting public relations activities, and networking within the golf professionApply environmental management and stewardship practices to support natural systems and sustainability at a golf facilityDemonstrate leadership by developing strategic plans, motivating and retaining employees, and promoting ethics and professional values
Certification

Certified Professional in Rangeland Management (CPRM)

Society for Range Management
Monitor and improve vegetation healthManage grazing systems for livestock and wildlifeControl invasive species and restore native plant communitiesReduce fire risk through prescribed burning and fuel managementProtect soil and water resourcesPlan for climate resilience in arid and semi-arid regions
Certification

Certified Range Management Consultant (CRMC)

Society for Range Management
Monitor and improve vegetation healthManage grazing systems for livestock and wildlifeControl invasive species and restore native plant communitiesReduce fire risk through prescribed burning and fuel managementProtect soil and water resourcesPlan for climate resilience in arid and semi-arid regions
Associate's Degree

Crop Production

Otero College
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

Crop and Soil Science — Graduate Certificate

Auburn University
AL
Bachelor's Degree

Crop and Soil Sciences

Auburn University
AL
Certification

English/Western Instructor Certification (EWI) - Level 1

Certified Horsemanship Association
$600 cost
Provide foundational riding instruction to beginner students with emphasis on safety, group control, ground handling, mounting, correct position, and walk-trot exercises
Associate's Degree

Environmental Horticulture

Southwestern College (CA)
Diploma

Farming Operations Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest
$5,760 cost
Diploma

Farming Operations Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Crump
$5,760 cost
Diploma

Farming Operations Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville
$5,160 cost
Diploma

Farming Operations Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson
$5,760 cost
Diploma

Farming Operations Technology - Dual Enrollment

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Livingston
Bachelor's Degree

Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences

Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree

Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences — MAq

Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree

Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences — MS

Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree

Food Science — MAg

Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree

Food Science — MS

Auburn University
AL
Doctoral Degree

Food Science — PhD

Auburn University
AL
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

Graduate Certificate in Crop and Soil Science

Auburn University
AL
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

Graduate Certificate in Public Horticulture

Auburn University
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Greenhouse Technician

Wallace State Community College
Course

Greenhouse and Nursery Production

Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Describe characteristics of greenhouses and create a list of factors to be considered when planningMaintain, operate, and repair greenhouse and nursery facilities and equipmentDetermine types of soil and growing media to support optimum growth of a variety of landscape and ornamental plantsFormulate appropriate soils and growing media for greenhouse and nursery cropsCompare uses, methods of application, advantages, and disadvantages of chemical and organic fertilizersDemonstrate sexual and asexual propagation techniques in greenhouse and nursery crops
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