Certificate - Agriculture Business

The Agriculture Business program is designed to train students for entry-level employment in the agricultural chemical and fertilizer industry, farming operations as well as local, state, and federal governmental agencies. Program graduates are qualified for advancement into sales, service, field representative, technician and management positions.

The following is a typical student schedule. Individual student schedules may differ slightly depending on course availability. Courses may only be offered in the quarter indicated.  Outlined curriculum assumes students begin the program fall quarter and continue winter and spring quarters, with summer quarter off. It is recommended that students work closely with the program advisor when planning classes.
 

Offered At

Start

Fall, Winter, Spring

Website

https://scc.spokane.edu/What-to-Study/The-Natural-World/Agriculture

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:

1. Understand and apply the principles of plant biology to crop production.
2. Understand and apply the principles of soil science to soil fertility and management.
3. Diagnose causes of plant problems (i.e. insect, disease, and abiotic problems) and suggest appropriate remedies.
4. Understand and apply the principles of weed science to weed management.
5. Understand and apply the principles of business management, accounting, human relations, and economics to agribusiness management.
6. Prepare and take the exams to obtain their pesticide licenses or CCA credentials.

Typical Student Schedule

Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.