Agricultural Sciences 1-4 years WCTC

Agriculture Education provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the industry’s major pathways, including Animal Systems, Plant Systems, and Natural Resources Management. Learners can focus on one area or explore multiple pathways over one to four years of study. Coursework introduces students to agricultural science, animal care and nutrition, crop production, greenhouse and land management, soil science, environmental conservation, agribusiness basics, and the safe operation of agricultural tools and equipment. Through classroom instruction, hands-on labs, and supervised agricultural experiences, students develop problem-solving, leadership, and workforce skills essential to the agriculture industry. Students also have the opportunity to participate in FFA and 4-H to expand their leadership development, competitive event participation, and real-world application of agricultural knowledge. 

Courses: (courses vary by pathway(s); not all courses listed are required.)   

• 0101 Introduction to Agriculture

• 0110 Agriculture Entrepreneurship

• 0111 Food Science Technology

• 0112 Fundamentals of Agriculture Mechanics

• 0120 The Science of Agriculture

• 0136 Advanced Principles of Agriculture 

• 0140 Animal Production and Management

• 0146 Leadership Development

• 0200 Natural Resources Management

• 0212 Horticulture

Industry Credentials:

• NOCTI Industry Assessment in Plant Systems, Natural Resources Management, and Animal Systems. 

• Beef Quality Assurance Certification

• Certified Professional Horticulturist 

• FFA State Degree 

• IADC Rigpass 

Leads to careers such as:

• Agribusiness Manager 

• Butcher and Meat Cutter

• Environmental Engineering Technologist/Technician 

•  Forester

• Landscaping/Groundskeeping

• Meat, Poultry, Fish Cutter 

National Average Salary: 

• Agribusiness Manager: $79,000

• Butcher/Meat Cutter: $38,000

• Environmental Engineering Technologist/Technician: $61,000

West Virginia Average Salary: 

• Agribusiness Manager: $48,000

• Butcher/Meat Cutter: $33,000

• Environmental Engineering Technologist/Technician: $47,000