Combining the best of both agriculture and teaching, the agricultural education major prepares students to educate the next generation of agricultural leaders and consumers. Highly sought after by employers, graduates can go on to teach high school and middle school agricultural science classes, as well as serve as FFA advisors, adult education instructors, community outreach coordinators, or university extension agents.

More than 75 percent of the program’s graduates choose to teach the applied science of agriculture. There are many opportunities in Washington and nearby states to teach agriculture. Some agricultural education majors increase their employment options by also taking courses that lead to certification to teach science. There are also a variety of non-teaching career areas that require the skills learned in the agricultural education program. Some of those non-teaching options include: 4-H Youth or agricultural extension agent FFA advisor Administrator of industry-based training/information programs Administrator of public relations programs High school career and technical education director Sales and service Government agencies, such as SCS, ASCS, and FmHA Public service organizations, such as Farm Bureau or livestock/crop commodity boards Peace Corps, agricultural missionary, or similar work with other international agencies