Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Grow Your Career Options
Agriculture and food science have moved a long way from the old family farm. From vertical hydroponics to urban agriculture, you’d be surprised at the diverse opportunities available in these industries. Discover your options today!
Which pathways are offered?
Animal Science & Management—This pathway helps students build the skills they need for careers working with domesticated and exotic animals. They’ll learn how to care for animals, understand their behavior, and explore topics like anatomy, nutrition, health, genetics, and reproduction. It’s a great fit for students who enjoy working with animals and want to turn that passion into a career.
Natural Resources—This pathway prepares for environmental management, energy, parks and recreation, wildlife, and forestry careers. Students will gain technical and academic skills in extraction, processing, protection, use and/or renewal of soil and water, mineral resources, plants, non-domesticated animals, and aquatic life.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*
Examples of jobs include:
- Animal trainer
- Veterinary technician
- Pet services business owner
- Zookeeper
- Recycling technician
- Quality control specialist
- Farmer, rancher, or other agricultural managers
- Agricultural inspector
- Agricultural and food scientist
- Agricultural engineer
- Environmental engineer
- Environmental scientist
*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.
What could my future look like in this career field?**
**Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.
Which industry-recognized, in-demand certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- Ducks Unlimited Ecology Conservation & Management
- Agriculture Science 1
- Animal Science 1
- Wildlife First Aid (WFA)