Agricultural Education, Communication and Leadership (B.S.) - Agricultural Education Specialization
Inspire future generations of agriculturalists.
Agriculture education graduates are prepared for careers teaching agriculture, food and natural resources content. Graduates will qualify for a secondary teaching certificate and will also be prepared for a variety of careers in the agriculture industry.
Teaching agriculture and providing leadership for a local FFA chapter is a very rewarding and promising profession. A national shortage of agricultural educators, extending to many states across the country, means that numerous positions are available each year.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Interested in teaching agriculture and serving as an FFA Advisor.
- Are involved in 4-H, FFA or other agricultural activities.
- Possess strong leadership and communication skills.
- Want to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the future of agriculture; Interested in mentoring or working with youth.
- Have an interest in multiple aspects of agriculture.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
- High school agricultural education teacher
- 4-H youth programs
- Extension services
- Non-profit organizations
- Ag sales representative
Recent Employers
Graduates have gone on to work at employers such as:
- South Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa school districts
- SDSU Extension
- South Dakota technical institutes
- Central Valley Cooperative
- South Dakota Farmers Union
- Crystal Valley
Internship Opportunities
We have provided the following internship opportunities:
- SDSU Extension and 4-H
- University of Minnesota Extension
- Pipestone National Monument
- Land O' Lakes
- New Fashion Pork
- McCrory Gardens
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
- Collegiate FFA/Ag Education Club
- Agriculture Future of America (AFA)
- Collegiate 4-H
- Little International
- Block and Bridle
