Entrepreneurial Agriculture Production Certificate

If you've owned your own business or you have strong marketing skills, and you'd like to learn the how-to of food production in this region, then earning your Entrepreneurial Agriculture Production Certificate is the perfect next step.

After completing this certificate, you'll be able to:

Explain the science behind plant growth and soil health, and how to improve both through ecologically sustainable methods.
Start fruit and vegetable plants from seed and cuttings, in preparation for small- and mid-scale farm production.
Take advantage of season extension methods like hoop houses or high tunnels.
Recognize pest and disease pressure in plant crops.
Harvest, wash, and pack vegetables for the best shelf life and delivery to grocers/chefs.

This certificate program is offered in collaboration with the Center for Agrarian Learning.

Contact (815) 455-8750 with specific questions about this program.

(in-district) Total Amount: $3,702.25

Credit Hours to Complete: 25

Weeks to Complete: 32

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Center for Agrarian Learning Events

MCC Transportation Resources | Earth Month - APR 23 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Building B, MCC Store Hallway
Plant Sale - MAY 08 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: Greenhouse
Plant Sale - MAY 09 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: Greenhouse
Setting the Table for a Better Food and Farm Future - MAY 13 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Duke's Inferno, 11671 Catalpa Lane, Woodstock

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Related Programs

AAS in Entrepreneurial Agriculture Combine business and horticulture training with hands-on experience growing food crops.
Entrepreneurial Agriculture Business and Marketing Certificate This certificate is intended for students who have fruit and vegetable production experience but are looking to hone their business and marketing skills.
Business Management AAS Prepare for entry-level and mid-level management positions as you learn how to read a balance sheet, the legal implications of contracts, and more.
Horticulture AAS Grow your career in the diverse field of horticulture.

What you need to know about getting your Entrepreneurial Agriculture Production Certificate (CIP 1.0601)

Total Entrepreneurial Agriculture Production Certificate Costs
Cost	in-district	out-of-district	out-of-state	international
Tuition	$3,037.5	$8,228.75	$11,568.25	$11,568.25
Additional Costs	$664.75	$664.75	$664.75	$664.75
Program Total	$3,702.25	$8,893.5	$12,233	$12,233

What makes MCC's Entrepreneurial Agriculture Production Certificate program better than, or distinct from, similar programs at other institutions?

You'll learn from in-depth classroom and hands-on experience in organic food production on MCC's student farm.
Local food entrepreneurs provide real world examples in your classes.

Typical Jobs

Farm laborer, crew supervisor, or farm manager
Private grower/gardener for chefs or other individuals
Farm manager or greenhouse supervisor for non-profits, educational institutions, school gardens
Landscape, nursery, or floral worker
Grocery store product department supervisor, aggregator, or food hub worker

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Semesters to complete assumes students are taking a full-time credit load of 12 credits per semester (the minimum required for federal financial aid).

Proportion of students completing in normal time is the percentage of completers who earned the credential within the specified time of their first enrollment at the College.

Students attending part-time or changing their program of study are two common reasons why they may not complete in "normal" time.

Tuition and fees are set by the Board of Trustees. Prices for books and supplies are subject to change.

See additional information about international student costs.