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The agricultural education program equips students to teach agriculture at middle school, high school, college, and adult education levels. As the state-approved institution for agricultural educator preparation, North Dakota State University holds recognition from the State Board of Career and Technical Education.
Future agriculture teachers start their academic journey in the pre-agricultural education track within the College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources.
This comprehensive major blends general education, teaching methodology, and diverse agricultural studies. Aspiring agriculture educators must develop well-rounded knowledge to thrive as both citizens and teachers in our evolving society. Foundational courses span natural sciences, math, social sciences, humanities, English, and communication - building essential skills for advanced agricultural studies. The curriculum covers key agricultural disciplines including agricultural economics, animal science, plant science, horticulture, and soil science, with optional courses in entomology, veterinary science, plant pathology, and cereal science. Teaching competencies in organization, planning, communication, and instruction are cultivated through psychology, sociology, education, and specialized agricultural education coursework.