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Postsecondary Agricultural Science Teacher

💰 Earn $73K-$132K

📚 Doctoral or Professional Degree

⏱️ 48 Month Training

📈 4.1% Job Growth

Inspire future agricultural leaders through teaching and research in diverse fields.
Shape sustainable farming practices and contribute to global food security.
Engage in cutting-edge research and guide students in hands-on agricultural projects.

What Postsecondary Agricultural Science Teachers DoTeach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
Supervise laboratory sessions and field work and coordinate laboratory operations.
Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.

Postsecondary Agricultural Science Teachers Education, Salary, and Growth

Minimum EducationDoctoral or Professional Degree

Career ProspectsGood (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training TimeOver 4 years

Job Openings800 Annually

Median Earnings

$100,060 in California

$86,350 Nationally

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Is This Career Right For You?

YOU Like

Relating with or serving others
Thinking and problem solving
Working with my hands

you value

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Job security

you are skilled in

Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Writing
Science
Instructing

Go Deeper: Postsecondary Agricultural Science Teachers Explained

Postsecondary Agricultural Science TeacherExplore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

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Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's DegreeAn associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ Finish in 2-3 years

Bachelor's DegreeA bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ Finish in 4-5+ years

Hybrid CollegeA hybrid college combines online learning with the student support typically offered on college campuses, giving students flexibility and accessibility while still providing a comprehensive educational experience.

🎓 College

⏱️ Finish in 2-5 years

Vocational SchoolA vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ Finish in 6 months - 2 years

Workforce Development ProgramA workforce development program typically enhances participants' opportunities to succeed in the workforce through employment skill-building, career counseling, connections to employers, and pathways to high-demand and high-wage jobs.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ Finish in 6 months - 2 years

ApprenticeshipAn apprenticeship typically offers a combination of hands-on training and classroom instruction, leading to practical skills, industry-specific knowledge, and the potential for long-term employment in a specific trade or profession.

🎓 Paid Work

⏱️ Finish in 2-5 years

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