Graduate Certificate in Agriculture Science Education, Extension and Communication (ASEC)
The online graduate certificate in Agricultural Sciences, Education, Extension, and Communication will provide an opportunity for students to gain skills and showcase their expertise. Completion of the certificate prepares learners for Extension-type jobs or Agriculture teaching positions and provides an opportunity to apply credits toward the master’s degree program.
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Overview
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To help meet the demand for well-rounded agricultural professionals, Purdue University offers a 100% online graduate certificate in Agricultural Sciences, Education, Extension, and Communication (ASEEC).
The ASEEC certificate is a good option for students interested in working in agricultural extension-type jobs or agricultural education jobs. Students complete hands-on projects that teach them how to communicate with a variety of audiences and stakeholders, including colleagues, journalists, investors and more.
Program Specifics
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It is important for agriculture professionals to develop strong communication skills so that they can communicate scientific and technical information. Educating the public about agriculture is a component of many agricultural jobs, and demand for agriculture professionals who have a background in communication and education is growing.
- Foundations of Ag Education, Extension, and Communication
- Science Communication –
- Communication and Issues Engagement for Agricultural Professionals
- International Engagement and Development Strategies –
- Global Learning for Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
$700 per credit hour (In-State Residents)
$750 per credit hour (Out-of-State Residents)
9 Credit Hours Total
$6,300 total program cost (In-State Residents)
$6,750 total program cost (Out-of-State Residents)
Application Requirements
To be considered for admission into the Graduate Certificate in the online Agricultural Sciences, Education, Extension and Communication (ASEEC) program, you must have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. You will also need to submit the following items:
Career Outcomes
Top Job Titles
- County Extension Agents
- Order Management Specialists
- Extension Agents
- Records Management Specialists
Top Industries
- Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
- Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
- New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
Source: LightcastTM (2023). Unique job postings for July 2022-2023. Projected growth for years 2023-2033.
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