Agriculture Education Endorsement
University of North Georgia offers this graduate level endorsement program for teachers looking for graduate credit or professional learning units (PLUs).
Prepare to bring agriculture to life in the classroom through hands-on learning, industry knowledge, and practical teaching strategies. The Agriculture Education Endorsement program is designed for educators who want to expand their expertise in agricultural education and help students explore the connections between agriculture, food systems, business, and everyday life.
Through a blend of classroom instruction, field experiences, and applied projects, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to teach agricultural concepts in engaging and meaningful ways.
Applicants certified in Georgia should verify with their employer or the GaPSC whether the advanced degree leads to a certificate upgrade or pay increase. The GaPSC provides the Certificate Upgrade Advisor to assist with this process. Out-of-state applicants should also verify with their employer or certification body to verify certificate upgrades.
Program Quick Facts
- Time to Completion: 9-12 hours
- Current teacher certification is required for the Agri Endorsement
- Practice-based components are embedded in each PLU
Why Choose This Program?
- Gain practical teaching strategies focused on agriculture education
- Learn from real-world agricultural and agribusiness examples
- Explore food production systems and agricultural industries firsthand
- Develop skills in agricultural finance, marketing, and business planning
- Enhance your ability to connect classroom learning with career opportunities in agriculture
This endorsement equips educators with the knowledge and confidence to inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders, innovators, and informed citizens.
Hands-On Experiences
The program emphasizes real-world application through experiential learning opportunities. Students explore a variety of food production systems and industry practices through site visits and tours, gaining firsthand insight into modern agriculture. Coursework also includes a project-based component in which students develop a product concept, create a business and marketing plan, and apply agricultural business principles in a practical setting.
Career Benefits
The Agriculture Education Endorsement can help educators strengthen their agricultural content knowledge, enhance STEM and career-focused instruction, and create engaging learning experiences that connect students with agriculture, natural resources, food systems, and agribusiness. Graduates are prepared to bring relevant, industry-informed agricultural education into K-12 classrooms and other educational environments.
Program Application Deadlines
If program capacity is met prior to established admission deadlines, we will stop accepting applications for admission and cancel remaining incomplete applicants. Completing your application earlier is better.
Fall Deadline
Spring Deadline
Agriculture Education - 10 hours
This endorsement is offered in Gainesville.
What You'll Learn
- Principles and practices for teaching agriculture in educational settings
- Effective methods for incorporating animals and animal science concepts into classroom instruction
- Knowledge of agricultural animals, production systems, and industry practices
- Food production processes, standards, and current agricultural industry trends
- Agricultural commodity and financial markets, from small-scale operations to large agribusiness models
- Agricultural finance planning and funding strategies for agricultural enterprises
- Marketing, sales, and business planning within agricultural operations
Prices/fees are subject to change without notice.
Apply to the Agriculture Education Endorsement Program
Endorsement for Professional Learning Unit (PLU) Credit
Financial Aid & Payment Information- Financial aid is not available for PLU credit or non-degree seeking students. Students must be enrolled in a degree program to receive financial aid.
- Payment must be made in full by deadline. Make check payable to Pioneer RESA.
- Write 'Agriculture Ed Endorsement UNG' on the memo line.
- Mail check to:
University of North Georgia
82 College Circle
Dahlonega, GA 30597
Questions?
Linda Purvis
LiLinda.Purvis@ung.edu
678-696-2683
Professional Licensure and Certification
The University of North Georgia offers degree programs that meet the educational requirements students need to apply for professional licensure and certifications in Georgia. However, the programs may not meet education requirements for licensure or certification in other states.
For additional information, please review the Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure.