Careers
Educate. Advocate. Connect communities with resources to facilitate growth, education and advancement through the expertise delivered by the Master of Agricultural Education and Human Sciences.
This program equips graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue diverse career paths, ranging from agricultural business to educational, advocacy, and leadership roles. Opportunities vary by concentration.
The Agricultural Education concentration prepares graduates for various educational roles within the agricultural sector. Career paths include agricultural educators who teach agricultural subjects in middle or high school settings, extension agents who assist farmers and families in rural communities, agricultural museum curators who manage and curate agricultural exhibits, environmental educators who raise awareness about sustainable farming and conservation, agricultural public relations representatives who handle communications for agricultural organizations, and congressional officers who focus on agricultural policy.
Graduates of the Agricultural Leadership Development concentration find career options such as agricultural team leaders who drive initiatives in agricultural organizations, organization development specialists who focus on growth and strategic planning in agricultural corporations, and community agricultural leaders who engage with communities for agricultural initiatives.
The Extension Education concentration is tailored for those aiming to work in non-formal educational or community outreach roles. It includes careers such as Cooperative Extension Service educators who support local communities in agricultural and environmental matters, community outreach coordinators who develop programs for agricultural awareness, volunteer managers who lead teams in extension services, and communication specialists in agriculture who focus on media and technology related to community education.
Lastly, the Family and Community Sciences concentration is focused on education and support systems for youth and families. This opens doors to roles like family and youth program developers who design educational programs, community services managers who oversee community-based projects supporting family and youth welfare, and educational program coordinators who develop content for community settings, focusing on developmental and educational aspects.
Each concentration from the Master of Agricultural Education and Human Sciences equips graduates with specialized knowledge and skills to contribute significantly in their chosen fields, enhancing agricultural practices, community development, and family support systems.
Job Titles
Graduates of the Master of Agricultural Education and Human Sciences program often find employment in positions with the following job titles:
- Policy Analyst
- Program Coordinator
- Middle / High School Teacher (Other)
- Food / Agricultural Inspector
- Business Development Manager (General)
- Agricultural Lender
- Community Relations Manager
- Community Relations Director
- Community Planner
- Regional Planner
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