Agriculture and Environmental Science in Georgia
Georgia's Agriculture and Environmental Science pathway prepares students for careers in the state's significant agricultural sector and growing environmental conservation fields. Georgia's diverse agricultural production includes poultry, peanuts, pecans, cotton, timber, and horticulture, making agriculture a cornerstone of the state's economy.
The program covers agricultural production systems, environmental sustainability, natural resource management, and agribusiness operations. Students gain hands-on experience through supervised agricultural experiences (SAE), school farm operations, and partnerships with agricultural businesses. Environmental science components address ecosystem management, conservation practices, and sustainable agriculture.
Georgia CTAE emphasizes both traditional agricultural knowledge and emerging practices including precision agriculture, sustainable farming, and environmental stewardship. The pathway connects students with Georgia's agricultural industry through FFA competitions, internships, and direct career pathways.
Agriculture and Environmental Science at a Glance
3
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Georgia's Agriculture pathway standards align with national agriculture education frameworks and incorporate environmental science competencies. The curriculum integrates biological sciences with agricultural production, business management, and environmental conservation.
Programs must provide opportunities for supervised agricultural experiences and FFA participation. Georgia emphasizes both production agriculture skills and agricultural business competencies, along with environmental sustainability practices.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources |
| Agricultural Science and Technology |
| Wildlife Management and Forestry |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
- ✓ServSafe Manager
- ✓Certified Veterinary Assistant
- ✓Certified Horticulture Professional
- ✓Certified Landscape Technician
- ✓OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- ✓First Aid/CPR/AED
- ✓NOCTI Agriculture Mechanics
- ✓NOCTI Agricultural Production
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Agricultural Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $36,990 - $55,760
Environmental Specialist
ExperiencedSalary range: $62,730 - $105,690
Agricultural Sales Representative
Entry LevelSalary range: $67,970 - $115,200
Conservation Scientist
ExperiencedSalary range: $59,190 - $95,640
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students gain experience through school farms, agricultural business internships, environmental agencies, forestry operations, and partnerships with Georgia's extensive agricultural cooperatives and conservation organizations.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in National FFA Organization, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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Related Glossary Terms
Work-Based Learning
Work-Based Learning (WBL) encompasses a range of educational strategies that connect classroom instruction with real workplace experiences. Activities include internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, clinical rotations, and cooperative education, all designed to help CTE students apply technical skills in authentic industry settings.
ProgrammaticProgram of Study
A Program of Study (POS) is a coordinated, non-duplicative sequence of academic and CTE courses that spans secondary through postsecondary education. Required under Perkins V, a POS integrates academic content with CTE instruction, includes work-based learning, and leads to an industry-recognized credential or postsecondary degree.
ProgrammaticIndustry Certifications in CTE
Industry certifications in CTE are credentials issued by industry organizations or third-party bodies that validate a student's mastery of specific technical skills and knowledge. Examples include CompTIA A+, AWS Certified Welder, and ServSafe, which demonstrate career readiness to employers in ways that transcend state and district boundaries.
AssessmentCareer and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)
Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) are national organizations that provide CTE students with opportunities for leadership development, competitive events, community service, and career preparation. Recognized CTSOs include DECA, FBLA, FFA, HOSA, SkillsUSA, and TSA, each serving students in specific career cluster areas.
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