Agriculture – Certificate of Achievement
The Certificate of Achievement in Agriculture allows students to develop the skills and abilities needed to succeed in the agricultural industry. Agriculture is a rich field with many specialties. Students in this program have the freedom to customize their courses of study with a diverse selection of electives to best meet their career goals. The required coursework introduces students to foundational topics as well as the business management side of the industry. Students will combine knowledge with hands-on practice to gain a holistic agricultural education. Potential career fields include forestry management, wildlife management, horticulture and more.
Program At a Glance
For those who want to:
Develop a wide range of agricultural skills and abilities
Learn about the agricultural business
Program Snapshot
In-district Tuition: N/A
Out-of-district Tuition: N/A
Credits: 32*
Possible Careers
Agriculture director
Agricultural production specialist
Agricultural commodity grader
*Costs are estimates and are subject to change. Please visit the tuition and fees details page for precise details or call 417-447-7500. Degree time/credits vary with students’ enrollment and course completion. Graduation retention varies by case. For program enrollment, retention, exam/certification, and employment rates visit Student Outcomes/Student Right-to-Know. Salary information is provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Some careers on this list may require additional education and training. For program-specific accreditation visit OTC Accreditation.
Degree Requirements
For the full program requirements, see curriculum. For the full list of courses, see the catalog.
Admissions
Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.
Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.
