Students graduating with this emphasis may choose to continue their education to receive their teaching license. Requirements Agricultural education teachers must have at least a four-year bachelor's degree. At the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, the bachelor of science degree in agricultural education ranges from 128 to 133 credits in general, agricultural and educational studies. Faculty and Facilities Courses at all levels are taught by dynamic faculty members whose impressive credentials reveal a broad array of educational and occupational experience. Most faculty members conduct research and are otherwise involved professionally with their particular disciplines to keep their advice and course offerings current.
Students majoring in the various agriculture degree programs use the university farm extensively.
High School Preparation High school students planning to enter the agricultural education program at UWP should work closely with a guidance counselor to assure that admission requirements are being met. Careful planning and flexible scheduling will allow the high school student to select a desirable blend of both academic and vocational agriculture courses. Participation in such youth activities as 4-H and FFA is desirable. The National Vocational Agriculture Teachers Association lists nearly 10,000 agricultural educators on its roster. An attrition rate of 10 percent means that between 1,000 and 1,500 replacements are needed each year.