Agricultural Specialist Credential
In addition to a B.S. in Agriculture, students preparing to teach agriculture must complete the requirements for the Single Subject credential and the requirements for the Agricultural Specialist Credential.
The courses include: Introduction to Agricultural Education Programs, Special Study, Agriculture Skills and Facilities, Program Planning and Development, Teaching Methods in Agriculture,
Early Field Experience in Ag Ed, Youth and Adult Leadership Programs
Students are also required to have a concentration of 27 units, including 9 upper division, in one area of agriculture. This is generally completed as an undergraduate. A minimum of two years of verified work experience in agriculture is also required. A total of 45 graduate credit units are required for the Agricultural Specialist Credential.
Students may complete the requirements for both the Single Subject and the Agricultural Specialist Credentials concurrently. A limited number of courses may be taken at the undergraduate level. Students should consult with the Agricultural Education program coordinator prior to enrolling in any courses to be used for credentialing purposes.
